Falling to a series low
Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita moved from 18.12 Kilogram in 2015 to 10.97 Kilogram in 2024 (−39.5%), an average of −5.4% a year. The series high was 18.12 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 10.97 Kilogram in 2024.
What Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita shows
Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita was 10.97 Kilogram in 2024, down 3.2% on 2023. The Netherlands experienced a continuous decline in mushroom production per capita between 2015 and 2024, indicating a reduction in domestic mushroom output relative to population size over the decade.
A 39.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2024) is 7.15 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −13.7% in 2023.
Ranks 3 of 32 countries covered
Among the 32 countries in this dataset, Netherlands ranks 3 for 2024, behind China (34.25 Kilogram) and Ireland (13.35 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 6.32 Kilogram, so Netherlands is above it.
Full series
Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Trough | 10.97 | −3.2% |
| 2023 | 11.33 | −13.7% |
| 2022 | 13.13 | −10.5% |
| 2021 | 14.66 | −0.5% |
| 2020 | 14.74 | −4.2% |
| 2019 | 15.40 | −10.6% |
| 2018 | 17.22 | −0.6% |
| 2017 | 17.33 | −0.6% |
| 2016 | 17.44 | −3.8% |
| 2015Peak | 18.12 | — |
Regional context
How Netherlands compares in Europe
Mushroom Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Netherlands is highlighted.
1Ireland13.35
2Netherlands10.97
3Poland6.63
4Hungary6.37
5Spain3.38
6Belarus3.24
7Belgium2.39
8France1.50
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Mushroom Production per Capita — Mushroom production per capita refers to the annual quantity of mushrooms produced within a country, measured on a per person basis. The indicator is expressed in grams per capita (or kilograms per capita where applicable) and represents the average mushroom production volume relative to the country’s population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is based on FAOSTAT agricultural production data and is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of mushroom production trends across countries and years between 2015 and 2024.
The data includes the annual production of mushrooms reported under FAOSTAT agricultural production statistics, covering cultivated mushroom output measured by weight. The indicator includes country-level mushroom production values adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita production. The dataset captures changes in agricultural production capacity, cultivation practices, and output trends over time. It supports analysis of mushroom industry development, agricultural productivity, food supply trends, and comparisons between different countries and regions.
The data excludes mushroom consumption, imports, exports, and trade-related activities, as it measures only domestic production. It does not represent individual consumption levels, market availability, retail sales, or nutritional intake. The indicator does not include wild mushroom collection unless recorded within official agricultural production statistics. It also does not measure production value, revenue, cultivation costs, or farm-level productivity. Differences may occur due to variations in national reporting methods, estimation procedures, and statistical coverage used by FAOSTAT.
About this indicator
Mushroom Production per Capita — Mushroom production per capita refers to the annual quantity of mushrooms produced within a country, measured on a per person basis. The indicator is expressed in grams per capita (or kilograms per capita where applicable) and represents the average mushroom production volume relative to the country’s population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is based on FAOSTAT agricultural production data and is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of mushroom production trends across countries and years between 2015 and 2024.
In 2015, the Netherlands recorded the highest production level during the period at 18.12 kg per capita, reflecting the country’s strong position in mushroom cultivation and its well-established agricultural production systems. However, production decreased gradually in subsequent years, reaching 17.44 kg per capita in 2016 and 17.33 kg per capita in 2017.
Between 2018 and 2020, the declining trend continued, with production falling from 17.22 kg per capita in 2018 to 15.40 kg per capita in 2019 and further to 14.74 kg per capita in 2020. This period reflects a gradual contraction in per-person mushroom production, influenced by changes in cultivation practices, market conditions, and agricultural production dynamics.
From 2021 onwards, mushroom production per capita continued to decline but at a slower pace. The Netherlands recorded 14.66 kg per capita in 2021, followed by 13.13 kg per capita in 2022. Production decreased further to 11.33 kg per capita in 2023 and reached 10.97 kg per capita in 2024, the lowest value observed during the period.
Overall, mushroom production per capita in the Netherlands declined by approximately 39% between 2015 and 2024, highlighting a significant reduction in output relative to population growth. Despite this decline, the Netherlands remains one of the notable mushroom-producing countries due to its advanced controlled-environment agriculture, technological expertise, and efficient cultivation systems. The downward trend suggests structural changes within the mushroom industry, including possible shifts in production scale, labour availability, operational costs, and market demand. Continued innovation and improvements in production efficiency may influence the future direction of the Dutch mushroom sector.
- Indicator
- Mushroom Production per Capita
- Country
- Netherlands
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita?
Mushroom production per capita refers to the annual quantity of mushrooms produced within a country, measured on a per person basis. The indicator is expressed in grams per capita (or kilograms per capita where applicable) and represents the average mushroom production volume relative to the country’s population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is based on FAOSTAT agricultural production data and is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of mushroom production trends across countries and years between 2015 and 2024.
What was Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita in 2024?
Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita was 10.97 Kilogram in 2024, down 3.2% on 2023.
How has Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita moved from 18.12 Kilogram in 2015 to 10.97 Kilogram in 2024 (−39.5%), an average of −5.4% a year. The series high was 18.12 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 10.97 Kilogram in 2024.
Which year had the highest and lowest Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita?
The highest value was 18.12 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 10.97 Kilogram in 2024.
What does the Netherlands Mushroom Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the annual production of mushrooms reported under FAOSTAT agricultural production statistics, covering cultivated mushroom output measured by weight. The indicator includes country-level mushroom production values adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita production. The dataset captures changes in agricultural production capacity, cultivation practices, and output trends over time. It supports analysis of mushroom industry development, agricultural productivity, food supply trends, and comparisons between different countries and regions. Excluded: The data excludes mushroom consumption, imports, exports, and trade-related activities, as it measures only domestic production. It does not represent individual consumption levels, market availability, retail sales, or nutritional intake. The indicator does not include wild mushroom collection unless recorded within official agricultural production statistics. It also does not measure production value, revenue, cultivation costs, or farm-level productivity. Differences may occur due to variations in national reporting methods, estimation procedures, and statistical coverage used by FAOSTAT.
Where does the Netherlands Mushroom 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=Mushrooms&Metric=Production&per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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