Higher over the period
Madagascar Silk Production per capita moved from 0.197 Gram in 2015 to 0.256 Gram in 2023 (+30.4%), an average of +3.4% a year. The series high was 0.276 Gram in 2020 and the low 0.197 Gram in 2015.
What Madagascar Silk Production per capita shows
Madagascar Silk Production per capita was 0.256 Gram in 2023, down 2.4% on 2022. Madagascar’s silk production per capita from 2015 to 2023 shows an overall increasing trend, followed by a slight decline in the final years of the period. The data indicates that silk production increased from 196.64 milligrams per person in 2015 to 256.44 milligrams per person in 2023.
A 28.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2020) and low (2015) is 0.0797 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +16.9% in 2016.
Ranks 11 of 18 countries covered
Among the 18 countries in this dataset, Madagascar ranks 11 for 2023, behind China (35.15 Gram) and India (27.06 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 11.62 Gram, so Madagascar is below it.
Full series
Madagascar Silk 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 | 0.256 | −2.4% |
| 2022 | 0.263 | −2.5% |
| 2021 | 0.269 | −2.5% |
| 2020Peak | 0.276 | +6.1% |
| 2019 | 0.260 | +2.3% |
| 2018 | 0.255 | −2.6% |
| 2017 | 0.261 | +13.7% |
| 2016 | 0.230 | +16.9% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.197 | — |
Regional context
How Madagascar compares across countries
Silk Production per capita by country, 2023, Gram. Madagascar is highlighted.
1China35.15
2India27.06
3Tajikistan16.52
4Vietnam14.43
5Kyrgyzstan6.78
6Thailand4.06
7Iran3.05
11Madagascar0.256
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems.
The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
About this indicator
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
This growth highlights the importance of silk production within Madagascar’s traditional agricultural activities and reflects improvements in sericulture practices, rural production systems, and the preservation of indigenous silk-related industries.
In 2015, Madagascar recorded silk production of 196.64 milligrams per capita. Production increased steadily over the following years, reaching 229.89 milligrams in 2016 and rising further to 261.31 milligrams in 2017. The production level remained relatively high between 2018 and 2021, reaching a peak of 276.30 milligrams per capita in 2020. However, production declined slightly in subsequent years, reaching 256.44 milligrams in 2023. Despite this decrease, production remained significantly higher than the level recorded at the beginning of the period.
Madagascar has a rich tradition of silk production, particularly through the use of indigenous silkworm species and traditional weaving practices. Sericulture provides important livelihood opportunities for rural communities and contributes to the country’s cultural heritage. Silk production is closely connected with local craftsmanship, handmade textile production, and sustainable agricultural practices.
The sector faces challenges such as limited access to modern technologies, climate-related factors, infrastructure constraints, and competition from larger international silk producers. However, growing interest in traditional and natural silk products provides opportunities for further development and market expansion.
The 2015–2023 silk production per capita data provides valuable insights into Madagascar’s agricultural diversity and the resilience of its traditional silk industry. Analysing these trends helps understand the role of sericulture in rural development, cultural preservation, and economic opportunities while highlighting the potential for strengthening Madagascar’s position in the global silk market.
- Indicator
- Silk Production per capita
- Country
- Madagascar
- Region
- Africa
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Madagascar Silk Production per capita?
Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
What was Madagascar Silk Production per capita in 2023?
Madagascar Silk Production per capita was 0.256 Gram in 2023, down 2.4% on 2022.
How has Madagascar Silk Production per capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Madagascar Silk Production per capita moved from 0.197 Gram in 2015 to 0.256 Gram in 2023 (+30.4%), an average of +3.4% a year. The series high was 0.276 Gram in 2020 and the low 0.197 Gram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Madagascar Silk Production per capita?
The highest value was 0.276 Gram in 2020 and the lowest was 0.197 Gram in 2015.
What does the Madagascar Silk Production per capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems. Excluded: The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
Where does the Madagascar Silk 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&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Silk&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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