Higher over the period
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 moved from 5,539 Gram in 2015 to 7,093 Gram in 2024 (+28.1%), an average of +2.8% a year. The series high was 7,742 Gram in 2022 and the low 5,539 Gram in 2015.
What Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 shows
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 was 7,093 Gram in 2024, up 1% on 2023. Nepal mustard seed production per capita demonstrated a strong and steadily increasing trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the importance of mustard cultivation within the country’s agricultural sector and its contribution to oilseed production. According to Our World in Data, Nepal recorded mustard seed production per capita of 5.54 kilograms in 2015, which increased to 7.09 kilograms in 2024.
A 28.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2015) is 2,203 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +14.3% in 2018.
Ranks 1 of 7 countries covered
Among the 7 countries in this dataset, Nepal ranks 1 for 2024. The global figure for 2024 is 105.6 Gram, so Nepal 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7,093 | +1% |
| 2023 | 7,023 | −9.3% |
| 2022Peak | 7,742 | +3.6% |
| 2021 | 7,472 | +1.1% |
| 2020 | 7,390 | +0.1% |
| 2019 | 7,382 | +13.3% |
| 2018 | 6,514 | +14.3% |
| 2017 | 5,702 | −7.1% |
| 2016 | 6,135 | +10.8% |
| 2015 Trough | 5,539 | — |
Regional context
How Nepal compares in Asia
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 by country, 2024, Gram. Nepal is highlighted.
1Nepal7,093
2Kazakhstan900.5
3Myanmar651.1
4China13.69
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.
The overall trend highlights sustained growth in mustard production relative to population size and indicates improved production performance over the decade.
During the early period from 2015 to 2018, Nepal experienced consistent growth in mustard seed production per capita, increasing from 5.54 kilograms in 2015 to 6.51 kilograms in 2018. Although minor fluctuations occurred, the overall upward movement reflects improvements in cultivation practices, crop productivity, and continued reliance on mustard farming within Nepal’s agricultural system. The growth also indicates the importance of mustard as a major oilseed crop supporting agricultural livelihoods.
Between 2019 and 2021, Nepal continued to maintain strong mustard seed production levels, with production increasing from 7.38 kilograms in 2019 to 7.47 kilograms in 2021. The stable growth during this period demonstrates resilience in mustard cultivation despite changing agricultural conditions and external challenges affecting farming activities.
From 2022 onward, Nepal maintained high production levels, reaching 7.74 kilograms in 2022 before declining slightly to 7.02 kilograms in 2023 and recovering to 7.09 kilograms in 2024. The recent stability indicates continued production strength and sustained cultivation capacity.
Overall, Nepal’s mustard seed production per capita dataset highlights the country’s strong position in mustard cultivation and its increasing agricultural productivity. The indicator provides valuable insights for analysing crop performance, benchmarking production efficiency, evaluating regional agricultural trends, and forecasting future production potential. It supports agricultural research, market analysis, production planning, and comparative assessment by measuring mustard seed output relative to population size.
- Indicator
- Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024
- Country
- Nepal
- Region
- Asia
- 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 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 2024?
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 was 7,093 Gram in 2024, up 1% on 2023.
How has Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 changed between 2015 and 2024?
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 moved from 5,539 Gram in 2015 to 7,093 Gram in 2024 (+28.1%), an average of +2.8% a year. The series high was 7,742 Gram in 2022 and the low 5,539 Gram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024?
The highest value was 7,742 Gram in 2022 and the lowest was 5,539 Gram in 2015.
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 2015–2024 and is reported in Gram.
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