Higher over the period
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 moved from 4,228 Gram in 2015 to 4,426 Gram in 2019 (+4.7%), an average of +1.2% a year. The series high was 4,471 Gram in 2016 and the low 4,157 Gram in 2017.
What Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 shows
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 was 4,426 Gram in 2019, up 0.4% on 2018. Malaysia mustard seed production per capita showed a high production level during the early years of the period, followed by a complete decline in reported production from 2020 onward. According to Our World in Data, Malaysia recorded mustard seed production per capita of 4.23 kilograms in 2015, increasing to 4.47 kilograms in 2016 before declining slightly to 4.16 kilograms in 2017.
A 7% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2017) is 313.6 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −7% in 2017.
Ranks 2 of 8 countries covered
Among the 8 countries in this dataset, Malaysia ranks 2 for 2019, behind Nepal (7,382 Gram) and Canada (3,562 Gram). The global figure for 2019 is 84.03 Gram, so Malaysia is above it.
Full series
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4,426 | +0.4% |
| 2018 | 4,407 | +6% |
| 2017 Trough | 4,157 | −7% |
| 2016Peak | 4,471 | +5.7% |
| 2015 | 4,228 | — |
Regional context
How Malaysia compares in Asia
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 by country, 2019, Gram. Malaysia is highlighted.
1Nepal7,382
2Malaysia4,426
3Myanmar753
4Kazakhstan667.9
5China13.20
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 — 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, this indicator is presented as a country-level production time series, showing mustard seed production per capita values for each year in the selected period. The metric provides insights into the relative intensity of mustard seed production and enables comparison of agricultural output across countries with different population sizes.
The data includes annual mustard seed production quantities adjusted according to population size, covering country-level mustard seed output reported for the selected years. The indicator includes production of mustard seeds as an agricultural commodity and presents values in grams per capita to measure production relative to population. The dataset is derived from internationally compiled agricultural statistics and provides historical trends to analyse 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 non-agricultural factors affecting supply chains. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural reporting methods, estimation approaches, and data availability across countries.
About this indicator
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 — 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, this indicator is presented as a country-level production time series, showing mustard seed production per capita values for each year in the selected period. The metric provides insights into the relative intensity of mustard seed production and enables comparison of agricultural output across countries with different population sizes.
Production recovered to 4.41 kilograms in 2018 and remained stable at 4.43 kilograms in 2019.
During the period from 2015 to 2019, Malaysia maintained a strong mustard seed production per capita level, indicating significant production relative to population size. The limited fluctuations during these years suggest relatively stable cultivation activity and consistent agricultural output. Changes in annual values were likely influenced by crop productivity, cultivation conditions, and agricultural management practices.
From 2020 onward, the dataset records zero mustard seed production per capita values through 2024. This significant shift indicates the absence of reported production during the later years. The decline may reflect changes in cultivation priorities, reduced production activity, agricultural restructuring, or variations in reporting practices. The transition from high production levels to zero reported output represents a major change in Malaysia’s mustard seed production trend.
Overall, Malaysia’s mustard seed production per capita dataset highlights a significant transformation in production patterns between 2015 and 2024. The indicator provides valuable insights into agricultural output changes, production sustainability, and country-level crop performance. It supports comparative analysis, agricultural benchmarking, market research, and evaluation of long-term mustard seed production trends. Continued monitoring of future agricultural data will be important to understand Malaysia’s potential role in mustard seed cultivation and supply development.
- Indicator
- Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024
- Country
- Malaysia
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2019, 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 2015–2024?
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, this indicator is presented as a country-level production time series, showing mustard seed production per capita values for each year in the selected period. The metric provides insights into the relative intensity of mustard seed production and enables comparison of agricultural output across countries with different population sizes.
What was Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 in 2019?
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 was 4,426 Gram in 2019, up 0.4% on 2018.
How has Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 changed between 2015 and 2019?
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 moved from 4,228 Gram in 2015 to 4,426 Gram in 2019 (+4.7%), an average of +1.2% a year. The series high was 4,471 Gram in 2016 and the low 4,157 Gram in 2017.
Which year had the highest and lowest Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024?
The highest value was 4,471 Gram in 2016 and the lowest was 4,157 Gram in 2017.
What does the Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual mustard seed production quantities adjusted according to population size, covering country-level mustard seed output reported for the selected years. The indicator includes production of mustard seeds as an agricultural commodity and presents values in grams per capita to measure production relative to population. The dataset is derived from internationally compiled agricultural statistics and provides historical trends to analyse 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 non-agricultural factors affecting supply chains. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural reporting methods, estimation approaches, and data availability across countries.
Where does the Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 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 2015–2019 and is reported in Gram.
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