Fibre crop production refers to the annual agricultural production output of crops primarily cultivated for obtaining natural fibres used in textiles, ropes, paper, and other industrial applications.
Madagascar Fibre Crop Production was 6.53 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 4.2% on 2023. Madagascar’s fibre crop production indicator measures the annual agricultural output of crops cultivated for natural fibre extraction and related applications. The indicator tracks the quantity of fibre crops produced within the country and provides information about Madagascar’s agricultural performance in supplying raw fibre materials.
Madagascar Fibre Crop Production moved from 6.02 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 6.53 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+8.6%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 20.23 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the low 5.93 Thousand Tonnes in 2018.
The gap between the series high (2020) and low (2018) is 14.31 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +210.3% in 2020.
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, Madagascar ranks 6 for 2024, behind Brazil (102.6 Thousand Tonnes) and Vietnam (96.42 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 1% 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 | 6.53 | +4.2% |
| 2023 | 6.27 | −7.8% |
| 2022 | 6.80 | −66.2% |
| 2021 | 20.14 | −0.4% |
| 2020Peak | 20.23 | +210.3% |
| 2019 | 6.52 | +10% |
| 2018 Trough | 5.93 | −0.7% |
| 2017 | 5.97 | −1.2% |
| 2016 | 6.04 | +0.4% |
| 2015 | 6.02 | — |
Regional context
Fibre Crop Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Madagascar is highlighted.
Data definition
Fibre Crop Production — Fibre crop production refers to the annual agricultural production output of crops primarily cultivated for obtaining natural fibres used in textiles, ropes, paper, and other industrial applications. The indicator measures the quantity of fibre crops produced within a country or region over a specified period, reported in tonnes or metric tons. It includes major fibre-producing crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and other plant-based fibres, with production statistics reflecting agricultural cultivation, harvesting, and output levels. The data represents country-level production trends and is compiled from international agricultural databases, including FAO and national agricultural reporting systems where available.
The indicator includes the production volume of agricultural fibre crops grown for commercial, industrial, and domestic fibre extraction purposes. It covers harvested quantities of natural fibre crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, kenaf, and other similar crops classified under fibre crop production. The data includes production from both large-scale commercial farming and smallholder agricultural systems, capturing annual output changes, cultivation patterns, and regional variations in fibre crop supply.
The indicator excludes synthetic fibres derived from petrochemical or industrial processes, processed textile products, yarns, fabrics, and other manufactured fibre-based goods. It does not include fibre crops grown solely for non-fibre purposes, agricultural residues, waste materials, or secondary fibre recovery from recycled sources. The data also excludes downstream processing activities such as spinning, weaving, textile manufacturing, and trade activities, focusing only on primary agricultural production of fibre crops.
Fibre Crop Production — Fibre crop production refers to the annual agricultural production output of crops primarily cultivated for obtaining natural fibres used in textiles, ropes, paper, and other industrial applications. The indicator measures the quantity of fibre crops produced within a country or region over a specified period, reported in tonnes or metric tons. It includes major fibre-producing crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and other plant-based fibres, with production statistics reflecting agricultural cultivation, harvesting, and output levels. The data represents country-level production trends and is compiled from international agricultural databases, including FAO and national agricultural reporting systems where available.
Fibre crop production plays a role in supporting rural farming activities and contributes to industries that utilize natural fibres for textiles, ropes, handicrafts, and other industrial purposes.
The indicator includes production volumes of plant-based fibre crops such as sisal, cotton, hemp, flax, and other agricultural fibres cultivated for commercial, industrial, and domestic use. It covers harvested quantities from different farming systems, including commercial agricultural operations and smallholder producers. The data captures yearly changes in production output, cultivation patterns, farming conditions, and regional differences in fibre crop availability.
The indicator excludes synthetic fibres manufactured through chemical or industrial methods and does not include processed fibre products such as yarns, fabrics, textiles, or finished consumer goods. It also excludes activities related to fibre extraction processing, manufacturing, recycling, and international trade. Agricultural residues, waste materials, and crops cultivated for purposes unrelated to fibre production are outside the measurement scope.
Madagascar’s fibre crop production trends provide insights into the development and sustainability of its natural fibre agricultural sector. Variations in production levels may result from changes in weather conditions, agricultural practices, investment levels, crop management techniques, and market opportunities. This macro indicator focuses exclusively on primary agricultural production, enabling analysis of Madagascar’s fibre crop supply capacity and its contribution to natural fibre availability within domestic and international markets.
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Fibre crop production refers to the annual agricultural production output of crops primarily cultivated for obtaining natural fibres used in textiles, ropes, paper, and other industrial applications. The indicator measures the quantity of fibre crops produced within a country or region over a specified period, reported in tonnes or metric tons. It includes major fibre-producing crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and other plant-based fibres, with production statistics reflecting agricultural cultivation, harvesting, and output levels. The data represents country-level production trends and is compiled from international agricultural databases, including FAO and national agricultural reporting systems where available.
Madagascar Fibre Crop Production was 6.53 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 4.2% on 2023.
Madagascar Fibre Crop Production moved from 6.02 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 6.53 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+8.6%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 20.23 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the low 5.93 Thousand Tonnes in 2018.
The highest value was 20.23 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the lowest was 5.93 Thousand Tonnes in 2018.
Included: The indicator includes the production volume of agricultural fibre crops grown for commercial, industrial, and domestic fibre extraction purposes. It covers harvested quantities of natural fibre crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, kenaf, and other similar crops classified under fibre crop production. The data includes production from both large-scale commercial farming and smallholder agricultural systems, capturing annual output changes, cultivation patterns, and regional variations in fibre crop supply. Excluded: The indicator excludes synthetic fibres derived from petrochemical or industrial processes, processed textile products, yarns, fabrics, and other manufactured fibre-based goods. It does not include fibre crops grown solely for non-fibre purposes, agricultural residues, waste materials, or secondary fibre recovery from recycled sources. The data also excludes downstream processing activities such as spinning, weaving, textile manufacturing, and trade activities, focusing only on primary agricultural production of fibre crops.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&country=USA~DEU~GBR~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Fibre+crops&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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