Falling to a series low
Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 0.969 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.476 Kilogram in 2024 (−50.9%), an average of −7.6% a year. The series high was 0.969 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 0.476 Kilogram in 2024.
What Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita was 0.476 Kilogram in 2024, down 17.9% on 2023. Malaysia’s sugarcane production per capita experienced a significant declining trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting structural changes within the agricultural sector, limited sugarcane cultivation, and increasing reliance on alternative sugar supply sources.
A 50.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2024) is 0.493 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −23% in 2018.
Ranks 26 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Malaysia ranks 26 for 2024, behind Eswatini (4,453 Kilogram) and Belize (4,003 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 237.7 Kilogram, so Malaysia is below it.
Full series
Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Trough | 0.476 | −17.9% |
| 2023 | 0.580 | −19.6% |
| 2022 | 0.721 | −3.3% |
| 2021 | 0.746 | +7.6% |
| 2020 | 0.694 | +11.8% |
| 2019 | 0.621 | −13% |
| 2018 | 0.713 | −23% |
| 2017 | 0.927 | +5.1% |
| 2016 | 0.882 | −9% |
| 2015Peak | 0.969 | — |
Regional context
How Malaysia compares in Asia
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Malaysia is highlighted.
1Thailand1,150
2India312.3
3Philippines161.4
4Vietnam117.3
5Indonesia112.9
6China71.93
7Taiwan20.44
9Malaysia0.476
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements.
The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
About this indicator
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
Sugarcane production in Malaysia represents a smaller segment of the agricultural economy compared with other tropical crops, with cultivation influenced by land availability, production costs, and competition from other activities. According to the dataset, Malaysia’s sugarcane production per capita declined from 969.21 units in 2015 to 475.99 units in 2024, indicating a substantial reduction over the period.
During the initial years from 2015 to 2017, production remained comparatively high but showed fluctuations, decreasing from 969.21 units in 2015 to 881.98 units in 2016 before recovering slightly to 926.89 units in 2017. This period reflected stable production conditions supported by favorable climate conditions and existing agricultural capacity. However, a significant decline occurred from 2018 onward, with production falling to 713.29 units in 2018 and further declining to 620.84 units in 2019. The reduction was influenced by changes in cultivation patterns, productivity challenges, and shifting agricultural priorities.
In 2020, Malaysia’s sugarcane production per capita increased moderately to 694.00 units, indicating temporary improvement in production performance. However, the recovery was not sustained, as production fluctuated downward in subsequent years, declining to 746.48 units in 2021 before falling to 721.49 units in 2022. The decline continued in 2023, when production reached 579.74 units, followed by a further decrease to 475.99 units in 2024, representing the lowest level recorded.
Overall, Malaysia’s sugarcane production per capita highlights the gradual reduction of domestic production capacity and changing agricultural dynamics. The indicator provides valuable insights into crop performance, resource allocation, production sustainability, and Malaysia’s evolving position within regional sugar markets. It is useful for analyzing long-term agricultural trends and understanding factors influencing sugarcane availability.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane Production per Capita
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita?
Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
What was Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2024?
Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita was 0.476 Kilogram in 2024, down 17.9% on 2023.
How has Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 0.969 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.476 Kilogram in 2024 (−50.9%), an average of −7.6% a year. The series high was 0.969 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 0.476 Kilogram in 2024.
Which year had the highest and lowest Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.969 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 0.476 Kilogram in 2024.
What does the Malaysia Sugarcane Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements. Excluded: The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
Where does the Malaysia Sugarcane 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..2024&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Sugar+cane&Metric=Production&per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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