Higher over the period
Mustard Seed Production per Capita moved from 71.77 Gram in 2015 to 105.6 Gram in 2024 (+47.2%), an average of +4.4% a year. The series high was 114.2 Gram in 2023 and the low 71.77 Gram in 2015.
What Mustard Seed Production per Capita shows
Mustard Seed Production per Capita was 105.6 Gram in 2024, down 7.5% on 2023. Global mustard seed production per capita demonstrated an overall increasing trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting improvements in production capacity, agricultural performance, and changes in global mustard cultivation patterns. According to Our World in Data, global mustard seed production per capita increased from 71.77 grams in 2015 to 105.61 grams in 2024.
A 37.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 42.42 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +26.6% in 2016.
Nepal leads among 7 countries covered
Of the 7 countries in this dataset, Nepal, Canada and Kazakhstan have the highest values in 2024 (7,093, 4,839, 900.5 Gram respectively).
Country ranking
Mustard Seed Production per Capita by country, 2024
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By region
Mustard Seed Production per Capita by region
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Full series
Mustard Seed 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 105.6 | −7.5% |
| 2023Peak | 114.2 | +7.5% |
| 2022 | 106.2 | +23% |
| 2021 | 86.39 | −0.6% |
| 2020 | 86.89 | +3.4% |
| 2019 | 84.03 | −1.4% |
| 2018 | 85.20 | +15.5% |
| 2017 | 73.79 | −18.8% |
| 2016 | 90.82 | +26.6% |
| 2015 Trough | 71.77 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Mustard Seed Production per Capita — Mustard Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual production quantity of mustard seeds divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production time series and comparative dataset, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The indicator measures mustard seed production intensity relative to population size and supports comparison of agricultural output across countries and regions.
The data includes annual mustard seed production quantities adjusted according to population size, covering country-level mustard seed output for the selected period. The indicator includes mustard seed production as an agricultural commodity and presents values in grams per capita to evaluate production relative to population. The dataset is compiled from internationally reported agricultural statistics and provides historical trends for analysing changes in mustard cultivation, production performance, and agricultural productivity over time.
The data excludes mustard seed consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, cultivated area, yield per hectare, and economic value generated from mustard production. It does not measure domestic availability, processing activities, storage, or end-use applications of mustard seeds. The indicator also does not capture factors affecting supply chains, such as transportation, distribution, or market demand. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural reporting methods, estimation approaches, and data availability across countries and regions.
About this indicator
Mustard Seed Production per Capita — Mustard Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual production quantity of mustard seeds divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production time series and comparative dataset, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The indicator measures mustard seed production intensity relative to population size and supports comparison of agricultural output across countries and regions.
The overall trend indicates growth in mustard seed output relative to global population size, highlighting the continued importance of mustard cultivation within the global agricultural sector.
During the early period from 2015 to 2018, global mustard seed production per capita showed moderate fluctuations, increasing from 71.77 grams in 2015 to 85.20 grams in 2018. The growth during this period reflects variations in crop productivity, cultivated area expansion, and improved production performance across major mustard-producing regions. Changes in weather conditions and agricultural practices also influenced annual production levels.
Between 2019 and 2021, global mustard seed production per capita remained relatively stable, moving from 84.03 grams in 2019 to 86.39 grams in 2021. Despite minor fluctuations, production maintained a consistent level, indicating resilience in global mustard cultivation and continued demand for mustard seed production.
From 2022 onward, global production per capita increased significantly, reaching 106.24 grams in 2022 and peaking at 114.19 grams in 2023 before slightly declining to 105.61 grams in 2024. The recent moderation reflects annual variations in agricultural output, climatic conditions, and production cycles across different regions.
Overall, the global mustard seed production per capita dataset highlights a positive long-term growth trend in mustard cultivation relative to population size. The indicator provides valuable insights for analysing global production patterns, evaluating agricultural efficiency, benchmarking regional performance, and forecasting future supply potential. It supports agricultural research, market analysis, production planning, and understanding changes within the global mustard seed sector.
- Indicator
- Mustard Seed Production per Capita
- Region
- Global
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mustard Seed Production per Capita?
Mustard Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual production quantity of mustard seeds divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production time series and comparative dataset, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The indicator measures mustard seed production intensity relative to population size and supports comparison of agricultural output across countries and regions.
What was Mustard Seed Production per Capita in 2024?
Mustard Seed Production per Capita was 105.6 Gram in 2024, down 7.5% on 2023.
How has Mustard Seed Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Mustard Seed Production per Capita moved from 71.77 Gram in 2015 to 105.6 Gram in 2024 (+47.2%), an average of +4.4% a year. The series high was 114.2 Gram in 2023 and the low 71.77 Gram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Mustard Seed Production per Capita?
The highest value was 114.2 Gram in 2023 and the lowest was 71.77 Gram in 2015.
What does the Mustard Seed Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual mustard seed production quantities adjusted according to population size, covering country-level mustard seed output for the selected period. The indicator includes mustard seed production as an agricultural commodity and presents values in grams per capita to evaluate production relative to population. The dataset is compiled from internationally reported agricultural statistics and provides historical trends for analysing changes in mustard cultivation, production performance, and agricultural productivity over time. Excluded: The data excludes mustard seed consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, cultivated area, yield per hectare, and economic value generated from mustard production. It does not measure domestic availability, processing activities, storage, or end-use applications of mustard seeds. The indicator also does not capture factors affecting supply chains, such as transportation, distribution, or market demand. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural reporting methods, estimation approaches, and data availability across countries and regions.
Where does the Mustard Seed 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&Food=Mustard+seed&Metric=Production&per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Gram.
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