Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes.
Mexico Tobacco Production was 18.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 1.9% on 2023. Mexico Tobacco Production from 2015 to 2024 showed an overall positive growth trend despite experiencing fluctuations during the period. The country’s tobacco production increased gradually due to favorable agricultural conditions, improved farming techniques, and continued demand for tobacco leaves used in manufacturing processes.
Mexico Tobacco Production moved from 13.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 18.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+42.9%), an average of +4% a year. The series high was 18.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 13.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 5.58 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +23.1% in 2021.
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Mexico ranks 20 for 2024, behind China (2,256 Thousand Tonnes) and India (727.2 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 18.58 | +1.9% |
| 2023 | 18.23 | +19.6% |
| 2022 | 15.25 | −14.4% |
| 2021 | 17.82 | +23.1% |
| 2020 | 14.48 | −14.6% |
| 2019 | 16.95 | +11.7% |
| 2018 | 15.18 | −12% |
| 2017 | 17.24 | +8.7% |
| 2016 | 15.86 | +22% |
| 2015 Trough | 13.00 | — |
Regional context
Tobacco Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Mexico is highlighted.
Data definition
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes.
Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
In 2015, Mexico produced 12.99865 thousand tonnes of tobacco, which increased significantly to 15.8639 thousand tonnes in 2016 and further reached 17.24269 thousand tonnes in 2017. Production declined slightly in 2018 to 15.18119 thousand tonnes, reflecting temporary changes in cultivation conditions and market factors. However, output recovered in 2019, reaching 16.95228 thousand tonnes, before declining again to 14.47646 thousand tonnes in 2020. The sector demonstrated resilience after this decline, with production increasing to 17.82353 thousand tonnes in 2021. Although output decreased slightly to 15.25032 thousand tonnes in 2022, production continued its upward trajectory, reaching 18.23275 thousand tonnes in 2023 and achieving the highest level of the decade at 18.57896 thousand tonnes in 2024. Mexico’s tobacco cultivation is primarily concentrated in regions such as Nayarit, where favorable climate conditions and experienced farmers support commercial tobacco production. The country produces tobacco varieties mainly used for cigarette manufacturing and other processed tobacco applications. The growth in production reflects improvements in crop management, better agricultural practices, and continued participation of farmers in tobacco cultivation. However, Mexico’s tobacco sector operates under increasing regulatory pressure due to health policies, restrictions on tobacco consumption, and changing consumer preferences. Despite these challenges, the industry has maintained steady growth and remains an important component of Mexico’s agricultural economy. The 2015–2024 production trend indicates that Mexico has strengthened its position as a significant tobacco producer in Latin America through consistent cultivation efforts and improved productivity.
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Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Mexico Tobacco Production was 18.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 1.9% on 2023.
Mexico Tobacco Production moved from 13.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 18.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+42.9%), an average of +4% a year. The series high was 18.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 13.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 18.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 13.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Included: Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes. Excluded: Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Tobacco&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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