Higher over the period
Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 132.1 Gram in 2015 to 169.7 Gram in 2023 (+28.5%), an average of +3.2% a year. The series high was 227.3 Gram in 2018 and the low 122.4 Gram in 2016.
What Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita shows
Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 169.7 Gram in 2023, up 0.2% on 2022. Italy linseed oil production per capita data from 2015 to 2023 provides insights into the country’s agricultural output, oilseed production activities, and changes in linseed oil availability relative to population size.
A 46.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2016) is 104.9 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +43% in 2018.
Ranks 10 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Italy ranks 10 for 2023, behind Belgium (10,681 Gram) and Germany (384.4 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 96.52 Gram, so Italy is above it.
Full series
Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
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| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 169.7 | +0.2% |
| 2022 | 169.4 | −14.2% |
| 2021 | 197.6 | −7.5% |
| 2020 | 213.6 | +16.8% |
| 2019 | 182.9 | −19.5% |
| 2018Peak | 227.3 | +43% |
| 2017 | 159 | +29.9% |
| 2016 Trough | 122.4 | −7.4% |
| 2015 | 132.1 | — |
Regional context
How Italy compares in Europe
Linseed Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Gram. Italy is highlighted.
1Belgium10,681
2Germany384.4
3Denmark363.9
4Poland245.1
5UK173.3
6Italy169.7
7France162.6
8Sweden104.3
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons.
The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
About this indicator
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
This indicator measures annual linseed oil production per person, helping analyze production intensity, agricultural trends, and the contribution of linseed-based products within Italy’s food and beverage sector.
During the period from 2015 to 2023, Italy’s linseed oil production per capita experienced fluctuations influenced by various factors, including changes in flaxseed cultivation, agricultural conditions, crop productivity, processing activities, and market demand. The variations in yearly production levels indicate changes in domestic output and the efficiency of linseed oil production across the agricultural supply chain.
This dataset supports the evaluation of Italy’s oilseed production landscape, vegetable oil supply trends, and the role of linseed oil within the broader agricultural economy. It provides valuable information for researchers, policymakers, businesses, and industry stakeholders seeking to understand historical production performance, resource utilization, and developments in the linseed oil sector.
The Italy linseed oil production per capita indicator enables analysis of production trends, annual output changes, and agricultural efficiency over time. By examining data between 2015 and 2023, stakeholders can identify production patterns, evaluate the influence of agricultural factors, and understand the evolving position of linseed oil within Italy’s food and agriculture industry.
This macro indicator serves as a reference for studying Italy’s linseed oil production trends, per capita output variations, and oilseed sector developments. It supports data-driven analysis related to agricultural planning, food industry research, supply chain evaluation, and comparisons with other European and international markets.
The data also provides insights into Italy’s contribution to the European linseed oil production ecosystem by highlighting historical changes, production capabilities, and potential growth areas. It helps assess sustainability opportunities, agricultural efficiency improvements, and future developments in the linseed oil industry.
- Indicator
- Linseed Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
What was Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 169.7 Gram in 2023, up 0.2% on 2022.
How has Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 132.1 Gram in 2015 to 169.7 Gram in 2023 (+28.5%), an average of +3.2% a year. The series high was 227.3 Gram in 2018 and the low 122.4 Gram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 227.3 Gram in 2018 and the lowest was 122.4 Gram in 2016.
What does the Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons. Excluded: The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
Where does the Italy Linseed Oil Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&Food=Linseed+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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