Lower over the period
Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita moved from 21.41 Gram in 2015 to 20.54 Gram in 2017 (−4%), an average of −2% a year. The series high was 21.41 Gram in 2015 and the low 19.91 Gram in 2016.
What Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita shows
Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita was 20.54 Gram in 2017, up 3.2% on 2016. The Netherlands’ poppy seed production per capita showed a relatively stable pattern between 2015 and 2017, with a moderate decline followed by a small recovery. According to the provided data, production stood at 21.41 grams per capita in 2015, decreased to 19.91 grams in 2016, and then increased slightly to 20.54 grams in 2017.
A 7% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2016) is 1.50 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −7% in 2016.
Ranks 13 of 14 countries covered
Among the 14 countries in this dataset, Netherlands ranks 13 for 2017, behind Czechia (1,902 Gram) and Croatia (679.4 Gram). The global figure for 2017 is 9.22 Gram, so Netherlands is above it.
Full series
Netherlands Poppy 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 20.54 | +3.2% |
| 2016 Trough | 19.91 | −7% |
| 2015Peak | 21.41 | — |
Regional context
How Netherlands compares in Europe
Poppy Seed Production per Capita by country, 2017, Gram. Netherlands is highlighted.
1Czechia1,902
2Croatia679.4
3Hungary394.9
4Spain253.9
5Austria204.5
6Turkey183.5
7Serbia146.9
12Netherlands20.54
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Poppy Seed Production per Capita — Poppy Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of poppy seeds produced in a country divided by its population, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents population-adjusted agricultural production and is used to assess the level of poppy seed output relative to the size of the population. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
The data includes domestic production of poppy seeds and expresses the output on a per capita basis using population data. It covers the countries and years selected in the Our World in Data Global Food Explorer and reflects agricultural production reported through the underlying food and agriculture datasets. The indicator captures changes in production relative to population size and supports comparisons of poppy seed production across countries and over time.
The data excludes poppy seed imports, exports, stocks, processing, consumption, and trade-related activities because the indicator measures agricultural production only. It does not represent individual consumption or availability of poppy seeds in a country. The per capita calculation does not measure farm-level productivity, yield per hectare, cultivated area, or production efficiency. Differences between countries may also reflect variations in agricultural conditions, reporting practices, population estimates, and production measurement methods."
About this indicator
Poppy Seed Production per Capita — Poppy Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of poppy seeds produced in a country divided by its population, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents population-adjusted agricultural production and is used to assess the level of poppy seed output relative to the size of the population. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
The figures indicate that production remained within a relatively narrow range throughout the three-year period.
The decline from 2015 to 2016 represented a temporary reduction in per capita production. However, the subsequent increase in 2017 suggests a partial recovery in domestic poppy seed output relative to population size. Despite this improvement, the 2017 level remained slightly below the figure recorded in 2015. This indicates that the Netherlands experienced limited fluctuations rather than a strong long-term increase or decrease in production during the period.
Poppy seed production is included within the Netherlands’ agricultural produce and contributes to the country’s broader crop production profile. Per capita production provides a population-adjusted measure of agricultural output, helping assess how domestic production changes over time while accounting for differences in population size. The Netherlands’ relatively low per capita figure indicates a comparatively modest level of poppy seed production relative to its population.
Between 2015 and 2017, changes in production may have been influenced by variations in cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, farming practices, or other agricultural factors. However, the supplied data only describes production levels and does not establish the specific causes of annual changes.
Overall, the Netherlands recorded a 4.1% decrease in poppy seed production per capita between 2015 and 2017, declining from 21.41 grams to 20.54 grams. The relatively small overall change, combined with the recovery in 2017, reflects a generally stable production pattern during the period.
- Indicator
- Poppy Seed Production per Capita
- Country
- Netherlands
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2017, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita?
Poppy Seed Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of poppy seeds produced in a country divided by its population, measured in grams or kilograms per person. The indicator represents population-adjusted agricultural production and is used to assess the level of poppy seed output relative to the size of the population. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
What was Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita in 2017?
Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita was 20.54 Gram in 2017, up 3.2% on 2016.
How has Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2017?
Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita moved from 21.41 Gram in 2015 to 20.54 Gram in 2017 (−4%), an average of −2% a year. The series high was 21.41 Gram in 2015 and the low 19.91 Gram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita?
The highest value was 21.41 Gram in 2015 and the lowest was 19.91 Gram in 2016.
What does the Netherlands Poppy Seed Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes domestic production of poppy seeds and expresses the output on a per capita basis using population data. It covers the countries and years selected in the Our World in Data Global Food Explorer and reflects agricultural production reported through the underlying food and agriculture datasets. The indicator captures changes in production relative to population size and supports comparisons of poppy seed production across countries and over time. Excluded: The data excludes poppy seed imports, exports, stocks, processing, consumption, and trade-related activities because the indicator measures agricultural production only. It does not represent individual consumption or availability of poppy seeds in a country. The per capita calculation does not measure farm-level productivity, yield per hectare, cultivated area, or production efficiency. Differences between countries may also reflect variations in agricultural conditions, reporting practices, population estimates, and production measurement methods."
Where does the Netherlands Poppy 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=Poppy+seeds&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2017 and is reported in Gram.
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