Higher over the period
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 moved from 37.44 Gram in 2015 to 134 Gram in 2024 (+257.8%), an average of +15.2% a year. The series high was 195.4 Gram in 2023 and the low 37.44 Gram in 2015.
What Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 shows
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 was 134 Gram in 2024, down 31.5% on 2023. U.S. mustard seed production per capita demonstrated a fluctuating but resilient trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting variations in cultivation levels, agricultural conditions, market demand, and changes in production output relative to population growth.
A 80.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 158 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +254.3% in 2016.
Ranks 5 of 7 countries covered
Among the 7 countries in this dataset, U.S. ranks 5 for 2024, behind Nepal (7,093 Gram) and Canada (4,839 Gram). The global figure for 2024 is 105.6 Gram, so U.S. 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 | 134 | −31.5% |
| 2023Peak | 195.4 | +51.2% |
| 2022 | 129.2 | +131% |
| 2021 | 55.94 | −48.8% |
| 2020 | 109.3 | +28% |
| 2019 | 85.38 | −14% |
| 2018 | 99.24 | +23.6% |
| 2017 | 80.31 | −39.5% |
| 2016 | 132.7 | +254.3% |
| 2015 Trough | 37.44 | — |
Regional context
How U.S. compares across countries
Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024 by country, 2024, Gram. U.S. is highlighted.
1Nepal7,093
2Canada4,839
3Kazakhstan900.5
4Myanmar651.1
5U.S.134
6Ethiopia20.96
7China13.69
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.
According to Our World in Data, mustard seed production per capita in the U.S. was recorded at 37.44 grams in 2015 and increased significantly to 133.95 grams by 2024, highlighting an overall expansion in per capita production despite year-to-year volatility.
During the early period from 2015 to 2018, mustard seed production per capita showed considerable fluctuations. Production increased from 37.44 grams in 2015 to 132.66 grams in 2016 before declining to 80.31 grams in 2017 and recovering to 99.24 grams in 2018. These variations indicate changing agricultural output levels influenced by crop yields, planted acreage, and seasonal farming conditions.
Between 2019 and 2021, production continued to experience instability, declining from 85.38 grams in 2019 to 55.94 grams in 2021 after reaching 109.27 grams in 2020. The decline during this period reflected short-term production challenges, including fluctuations in crop performance and changing agricultural conditions.
From 2022 onward, the U.S. mustard seed production per capita recorded a strong recovery, rising to 129.21 grams in 2022 and reaching a peak of 195.41 grams in 2023 before moderating to 133.95 grams in 2024. This indicates improved production capacity and stronger agricultural performance in recent years.
Overall, the U.S. mustard seed production per capita dataset highlights the dynamic nature of agricultural production trends. It provides valuable insights for evaluating crop performance, benchmarking production efficiency, forecasting future supply trends, and understanding the role of mustard seed cultivation within the broader agricultural sector.
- Indicator
- Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024
- Country
- U.S.
- Region
- North America
- 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 134 Gram in 2024, down 31.5% 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 37.44 Gram in 2015 to 134 Gram in 2024 (+257.8%), an average of +15.2% a year. The series high was 195.4 Gram in 2023 and the low 37.44 Gram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Mustard Seed Production per Capita 2015–2024?
The highest value was 195.4 Gram in 2023 and the lowest was 37.44 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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