Falling to a series low
Mauritius Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 3,102 Kilogram in 2015 to 1,727 Kilogram in 2024 (−44.3%), an average of −6.3% a year. The series high was 3,102 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 1,727 Kilogram in 2024.
What Mauritius Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Mauritius Sugarcane Production per Capita was 1,727 Kilogram in 2024, down 10.3% on 2023. Mauritius’s sugarcane production per capita experienced a declining trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting structural changes within the agricultural sector, reduced cultivation areas, and the transformation of the traditional sugar industry.
A 44.3% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2024) is 1,375 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −22.9% in 2020.
Ranks 4 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Mauritius ranks 4 for 2024, behind Eswatini (4,453 Kilogram) and Belize (4,003 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 237.7 Kilogram, so Mauritius is above it.
Full series
Mauritius 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 | 1,727 | −10.3% |
| 2023 | 1,926 | +8.9% |
| 2022 | 1,768 | −15.2% |
| 2021 | 2,086 | +2.1% |
| 2020 | 2,042 | −22.9% |
| 2019 | 2,647 | +8.2% |
| 2018 | 2,448 | −14.9% |
| 2017 | 2,877 | −2.2% |
| 2016 | 2,940 | −5.2% |
| 2015Peak | 3,102 | — |
Regional context
How Mauritius compares in Africa
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Mauritius is highlighted.
1Eswatini4,453
2Mauritius1,727
3South Africa261.5
4Egypt114.2
5Nigeria6.49
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 has historically been one of Mauritius’s most important crops, contributing to exports, rural employment, and industrial development through sugar production and related activities. The crop continues to play a significant role in land use and agricultural planning despite increasing diversification into other economic sectors. According to the dataset, Mauritius’s sugarcane production per capita declined from 3,102.44 units in 2015 to 1,727.39 units in 2024, indicating a substantial reduction over the observed period.
During the initial years from 2015 to 2017, production showed a gradual decline, decreasing from 3,102.44 units in 2015 to 2,940.41 units in 2016 and further to 2,877.09 units in 2017. This reduction reflected changing agricultural conditions, lower cultivated areas, and adjustments within the sugar industry. The declining trend continued in 2018, when production decreased to 2,447.57 units, although a temporary recovery occurred in 2019, with production increasing to 2,647.39 units due to improved output conditions.
In 2020, Mauritius’s sugarcane production per capita declined significantly to 2,042.40 units, reflecting challenges affecting agricultural operations, market conditions, and production efficiency. A slight improvement occurred in 2021, when production increased to 2,086.28 units, but output declined again in 2022 to 1,768.47 units. Production recovered moderately in 2023, reaching 1,925.78 units, before decreasing further to 1,727.39 units in 2024, representing one of the lowest levels recorded during the period.
Overall, Mauritius’s sugarcane production per capita highlights the gradual transformation of its traditional sugar sector and the challenges associated with maintaining agricultural output. The indicator provides valuable insights into crop performance, land utilization, industry restructuring, and sustainable agricultural development. It is useful for understanding long-term production patterns and evaluating the future direction of Mauritius’s sugarcane industry.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane Production per Capita
- Country
- Mauritius
- Region
- Africa
- 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 Mauritius 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 Mauritius Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2024?
Mauritius Sugarcane Production per Capita was 1,727 Kilogram in 2024, down 10.3% on 2023.
How has Mauritius Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Mauritius Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 3,102 Kilogram in 2015 to 1,727 Kilogram in 2024 (−44.3%), an average of −6.3% a year. The series high was 3,102 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 1,727 Kilogram in 2024.
Which year had the highest and lowest Mauritius Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 3,102 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 1,727 Kilogram in 2024.
What does the Mauritius 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 Mauritius 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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