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.
Italy Tobacco Production was 33.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 16.9% on 2023. Italy Tobacco Production from 2015 to 2024 experienced fluctuations throughout the decade, with production remaining relatively significant compared with many European tobacco-producing countries.
Italy Tobacco Production moved from 51.41 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 33.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−34.1%), an average of −4.5% a year. The series high was 56.40 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 29.01 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2023) is 27.39 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −24.8% in 2022.
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Italy ranks 15 for 2024, behind China (2,256 Thousand Tonnes) and India (727.2 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.6% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 33.90 | +16.9% |
| 2023 Trough | 29.01 | −6% |
| 2022 | 30.85 | −24.8% |
| 2021 | 41.01 | +8.4% |
| 2020 | 37.83 | −9.6% |
| 2019 | 41.86 | −15.5% |
| 2018 | 49.53 | −12.2% |
| 2017Peak | 56.40 | +16.4% |
| 2016 | 48.47 | −5.7% |
| 2015 | 51.41 | — |
Regional context
Tobacco Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Italy 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.
Italy has historically been one of Europe’s leading tobacco producers due to favorable climatic conditions, experienced farmers, and established cultivation systems, particularly in regions such as Umbria, Veneto, Campania, and Tuscany. In 2015, Italy recorded tobacco production of 51.406 thousand tonnes, followed by a slight decline to 48.47 thousand tonnes in 2016. Production increased significantly in 2017, reaching 56.3979 thousand tonnes, representing the highest output during the reviewed period. However, production declined afterward, falling to 49.53 thousand tonnes in 2018 and 41.86 thousand tonnes in 2019. In 2020, output decreased further to 37.83 thousand tonnes, before showing a moderate recovery in 2021 with production reaching 41.01 thousand tonnes. The sector experienced another decline in 2022, recording 30.85 thousand tonnes, followed by 29.01 thousand tonnes in 2023. In 2024, production showed a slight recovery, increasing to 33.9 thousand tonnes. The overall trend indicates a gradual reduction in Italian tobacco production, although the country continues to maintain a strong position within the European tobacco industry. Italian tobacco farmers mainly produce high-quality varieties such as flue-cured Virginia and other specialty tobacco types used for cigarette manufacturing and processed tobacco products. The decline in production has been influenced by reduced tobacco consumption, stricter agricultural policies, changing market demand, and competition from lower-cost international producers. Despite these challenges, Italy continues to support tobacco cultivation through advanced farming practices, contractual production systems, and improved crop management techniques. The 2015–2024 production trend highlights Italy’s transition toward a more controlled and quality-focused tobacco sector rather than volume-based expansion.
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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.
Italy Tobacco Production was 33.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 16.9% on 2023.
Italy Tobacco Production moved from 51.41 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 33.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−34.1%), an average of −4.5% a year. The series high was 56.40 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 29.01 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
The highest value was 56.40 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 29.01 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
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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