Broadly stable
Italy Linseed Production moved from 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 (+0%), an average of +0% a year. The series high was 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
What Italy Linseed Production shows
Italy Linseed Production was 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2017, up 0% on 2016. Italy’s linseed production remained limited during the period 2015–2024, reflecting the country’s focus on other high-value agricultural commodities and specialty crops. Production decreased from approximately 2 thousand tonnes in 2015 to negligible levels in subsequent years, indicating a decline in domestic linseed cultivation activity over the decade.
A 0% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2015) is 0 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +0% in 2016.
Ranks 21 of 25 countries covered
Among the 25 countries in this dataset, Italy ranks 21 for 2017, behind Kazakhstan (683.3 Thousand Tonnes) and Canada (555.1 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.1% of the global total in 2017.
Full series
Italy 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2.00 | 0% |
| 2016 | 2.00 | 0% |
| 2015Peak Trough | 2.00 | — |
Regional context
How Italy compares in Europe
Linseed Production by country, 2017, Thousand Tonnes. Italy is highlighted.
1Denmark159.4
2France54.73
3Ukraine46.14
4UK46.00
5Poland9.10
6Sweden7.80
7Belarus7.33
10Italy2.00
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.
The reduction was influenced by several factors, including limited availability of suitable cultivation areas, competition from more economically attractive crops, changing farmer preferences, and fluctuations in market incentives. Despite its small production scale, linseed continues to hold potential importance within Italy’s agricultural and food industries due to its applications in edible oils, nutritional supplements, functional foods, animal feed, and sustainable industrial products. Italy’s well-developed agricultural sector, advanced food processing industry, and strong consumer demand for natural and healthy ingredients create opportunities for value-added linseed applications even though domestic cultivation remains restricted. Production challenges include lower profitability compared with alternative crops, limited cultivation infrastructure, and reduced commercial incentives for farmers. However, increasing consumer awareness regarding omega-rich foods, plant-based nutrition, and environmentally friendly products may support future interest in linseed-based products. The country’s emphasis on sustainable agriculture and diversified farming systems could also provide opportunities for specialty oilseed cultivation in suitable regions. Overall, Italian linseed production from 2015 to 2024 demonstrates a declining cultivation pattern, highlighting the challenges faced by small-scale oilseed production within a competitive agricultural environment. Although domestic output remains limited, Italy continues to participate in the broader linseed industry through processing, consumption, and trade activities. Future growth potential depends on stronger market incentives, agricultural support programs, improved farmer awareness, and increasing demand for locally produced sustainable agricultural products.
- Indicator
- Linseed Production
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2017, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Italy 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 Italy Linseed Production in 2017?
Italy Linseed Production was 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2017, up 0% on 2016.
How has Italy Linseed Production changed between 2015 and 2017?
Italy Linseed Production moved from 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 (+0%), an average of +0% a year. The series high was 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Italy Linseed Production?
The highest value was 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the lowest was 2.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
What does the Italy 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 Italy 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 2015–2017 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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