Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content.
Mexico Linseed Production was 0.00504 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 67.6% on 2023. Mexico’s linseed production remained comparatively small during the period 2015–2024 but showed gradual development from a low production base. Production increased from approximately 2.4 tonnes in 2015 to 5.04 tonnes in 2024, indicating a moderate improvement in cultivation activity over the decade.
Mexico Linseed Production moved from 0.00240 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.00504 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+110%), an average of +8.6% a year. The series high was 0.0156 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 0.00240 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 0.0132 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +114.2% in 2023.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Mexico ranks 23 for 2024, behind Kazakhstan (759.6 Thousand Tonnes) and China (280 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0% 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 | 0.00504 | −67.6% |
| 2023Peak | 0.0156 | +114.2% |
| 2022 | 0.00727 | +16.1% |
| 2021 | 0.00626 | −2.5% |
| 2020 | 0.00642 | −15% |
| 2019 | 0.00755 | +88.8% |
| 2018 | 0.00400 | 0% |
| 2017 | 0.00400 | 0% |
| 2016 | 0.00400 | +66.7% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.00240 | — |
Regional context
Linseed Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Mexico is highlighted.
Data definition
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements.
The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
The growth trend reflects increasing awareness of linseed’s nutritional benefits, oil content, and potential applications in food, health products, and industrial sectors. Although production volumes remain limited compared with major global producers, linseed contributes to agricultural diversification by providing farmers with an alternative crop opportunity alongside traditional agricultural commodities. Mexican linseed cultivation is influenced by regional climatic conditions, availability of suitable farmland, farming practices, and market demand for oilseed products. Production fluctuations during the period were associated with changes in cultivation decisions, weather conditions, crop management techniques, availability of quality seeds, and economic factors affecting agricultural choices. The increasing popularity of healthy food products and plant-based ingredients has created potential opportunities for linseed-based products such as edible oils, nutritional supplements, and functional food ingredients. However, limited production capacity, lower cultivation intensity, insufficient processing infrastructure, and competition from other agricultural crops continue to restrict industry expansion. Improving farmer awareness, introducing better cultivation techniques, and developing stronger supply chains could support future growth in Mexico’s linseed sector. Overall, Mexico’s linseed production from 2015 to 2024 reflects gradual progress within a developing oilseed segment. While the country remains a minor producer, growing consumer interest in natural and nutritious products may provide opportunities for future expansion. Strategic investments in agricultural research, production efficiency, and market development will be important for strengthening Mexico’s position in the linseed industry.
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Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
Mexico Linseed Production was 0.00504 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 67.6% on 2023.
Mexico Linseed Production moved from 0.00240 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.00504 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+110%), an average of +8.6% a year. The series high was 0.0156 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 0.00240 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 0.0156 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the lowest was 0.00240 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Included: The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements. Excluded: The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Linseed&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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