Lower over the period
India Linseed Production moved from 155 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 112.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−27.3%), an average of −3.5% a year. The series high was 184.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 99.07 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
What India Linseed Production shows
India Linseed Production was 112.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 32.4% on 2023. India’s linseed production sector experienced fluctuations between 2015 and 2024, reflecting changes in cultivation practices, climatic conditions, market demand, and agricultural priorities. According to the production data, output declined from approximately 155 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 112.69 thousand tonnes in 2024, although production levels varied significantly throughout the decade.
A 46.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2019) is 85.18 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +47.4% in 2017.
Ranks 4 of 23 countries covered
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, India ranks 4 for 2024, behind Kazakhstan (759.6 Thousand Tonnes) and China (280 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 3.7% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
India Linseed Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 112.7 | −32.4% |
| 2023 | 166.8 | +31.9% |
| 2022 | 126.4 | +13.5% |
| 2021 | 111.4 | −7.7% |
| 2020 | 120.7 | +21.8% |
| 2019 Trough | 99.07 | −43% |
| 2018 | 173.8 | −5.7% |
| 2017Peak | 184.3 | +47.4% |
| 2016 | 125 | −19.4% |
| 2015 | 155 | — |
Regional context
How India compares in Asia
Linseed Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. India is highlighted.
1Kazakhstan759.6
2China280
3India112.7
4Afghanistan27.82
5Turkey0.188
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements.
The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
About this indicator
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
Linseed, commonly known as flaxseed in India, has long been cultivated as an important oilseed crop due to its nutritional properties, traditional uses, and industrial applications. The crop contributes to agricultural diversification and provides farmers with an alternative cultivation option alongside cereals, pulses, and other oilseed crops. India’s diverse agro-climatic conditions, availability of agricultural labour, and established farming systems support linseed cultivation across several regions. The crop is valued for its applications in edible oils, omega-3-rich nutritional products, animal feed, functional foods, and industrial materials. Production fluctuations during the period were influenced by rainfall variability, changes in cultivated area, crop yields, input availability, market prices, and farmer decisions regarding crop selection. Increasing consumer awareness about healthy lifestyles, plant-based nutrition, and natural ingredients has strengthened demand for linseed-based products in domestic markets. However, the sector faces challenges such as lower profitability compared with competing crops, fragmented agricultural holdings, limited processing infrastructure, and insufficient market incentives for large-scale expansion. Government initiatives supporting oilseed development, improved seed varieties, better farming techniques, and value-added processing can contribute to strengthening the industry. Overall, India’s linseed production between 2015 and 2024 reflects a significant agricultural segment with strong domestic importance but variable output performance. Future growth opportunities depend on improving productivity, encouraging sustainable cultivation practices, expanding processing facilities, increasing farmer awareness, and enhancing the commercial utilization of linseed products across food, health, and industrial sectors.
- Indicator
- Linseed Production
- Country
- India
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is India Linseed Production?
Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
What was India Linseed Production in 2024?
India Linseed Production was 112.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 32.4% on 2023.
How has India Linseed Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
India Linseed Production moved from 155 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 112.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−27.3%), an average of −3.5% a year. The series high was 184.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 99.07 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
Which year had the highest and lowest India Linseed Production?
The highest value was 184.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 99.07 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
What does the India Linseed Production data include and exclude?
Included: The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements. Excluded: The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
Where does the India Linseed Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Linseed&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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