Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes.
Indonesia Tobacco Production was 353.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 23.3% on 2023. Indonesia Tobacco Production from 2015 to 2024 demonstrated a strong upward trend, supported by favorable tropical conditions, traditional farming practices, and continued demand from the country’s large tobacco processing industry. Indonesia recorded tobacco production of 193.79 thousand tonnes in 2015, followed by a decline to 126.728 thousand tonnes in 2016.
Indonesia Tobacco Production moved from 193.8 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 353.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+82.4%), an average of +6.9% a year. The series high was 353.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 126.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2016) is 226.7 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +42.9% in 2017.
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Indonesia ranks 4 for 2024, behind China (2,256 Thousand Tonnes) and India (727.2 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 5.8% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 353.4 | +23.3% |
| 2023 | 286.5 | +29.1% |
| 2022 | 221.9 | −9.5% |
| 2021 | 245.3 | −6% |
| 2020 | 261 | −3.3% |
| 2019 | 269.8 | +38% |
| 2018 | 195.5 | +7.9% |
| 2017 | 181.1 | +42.9% |
| 2016 Trough | 126.7 | −34.6% |
| 2015 | 193.8 | — |
Regional context
Tobacco Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Indonesia is highlighted.
Data definition
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes.
Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Production recovered significantly in 2017, reaching 181.142 thousand tonnes, and increased further to 195.482 thousand tonnes in 2018. In 2019, tobacco production rose sharply to 269.80347 thousand tonnes, followed by a slight decrease to 261.017 thousand tonnes in 2020. Production declined again in 2021, reaching 245.338 thousand tonnes, and decreased to 221.92505 thousand tonnes in 2022. However, output recovered strongly in 2023, reaching 286.51 thousand tonnes, and increased further to 353.386 thousand tonnes in 2024, representing the highest production level during the period. Indonesia has a long history of tobacco cultivation, with production concentrated mainly in regions such as East Java, Central Java, West Nusa Tenggara, and other agricultural areas. The country produces various tobacco varieties used for cigarette manufacturing, particularly for traditional kretek cigarettes, which are an important part of Indonesia’s tobacco industry. The growth in production reflects strong domestic demand, expanded cultivation activities, and improved farming techniques. However, the sector faces challenges from tobacco control policies, environmental concerns, and changing consumer behavior. Despite these challenges, tobacco farming remains an important source of income for many rural communities. The 2015–2024 production trend highlights Indonesia’s increasing role as one of Asia’s major tobacco producers and demonstrates the continued importance of tobacco cultivation within its agricultural economy.
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Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Indonesia Tobacco Production was 353.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 23.3% on 2023.
Indonesia Tobacco Production moved from 193.8 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 353.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+82.4%), an average of +6.9% a year. The series high was 353.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 126.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
The highest value was 353.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 126.7 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
Included: Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes. Excluded: Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Tobacco&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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