Higher over the period
Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita moved from 3.09 Kilogram in 2015 to 4.94 Kilogram in 2024 (+60.1%), an average of +5.4% a year. The series high was 6.58 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 3.09 Kilogram in 2015.
What Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita shows
Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita was 4.94 Kilogram in 2024, down 24.9% on 2023. Nigeria’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a generally increasing agricultural trend with moderate fluctuations, reflecting improvements in domestic cultivation, crop productivity, market demand, and agricultural development efforts.
A 53.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 3.50 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +55.3% in 2016.
Ranks 10 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Nigeria ranks 10 for 2024, behind Argentina (1,055 Kilogram) and Brazil (681.5 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 48.72 Kilogram, so Nigeria is below it.
Full series
Nigeria Soybean 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 | 4.94 | −24.9% |
| 2023Peak | 6.58 | +11.3% |
| 2022 | 5.92 | +10.9% |
| 2021 | 5.34 | −9.5% |
| 2020 | 5.90 | +17.9% |
| 2019 | 5.01 | −2.6% |
| 2018 | 5.14 | +3.6% |
| 2017 | 4.96 | +3.5% |
| 2016 | 4.79 | +55.3% |
| 2015 Trough | 3.09 | — |
Regional context
How Nigeria compares in Africa
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Nigeria is highlighted.
1South Africa28.87
2Nigeria4.94
3Egypt0.644
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends.
The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
About this indicator
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
Soybeans are an important agricultural commodity in Nigeria, supporting food processing, livestock and poultry feed production, vegetable oil industries, and plant-based protein applications. Based on the available data, soybean production per capita increased from 3.09 kilograms in 2015 to 4.94 kilograms in 2024, indicating overall growth despite changes throughout the period.
Production per capita increased steadily during the early years, rising from 3.09 kilograms in 2015 to 4.79 kilograms in 2016 and reaching 4.96 kilograms in 2017. The indicator continued to improve in 2018, reaching 5.14 kilograms, reflecting stronger production performance and favourable agricultural conditions. A slight decline occurred in 2019, when soybean production per capita decreased to 5.01 kilograms, but production remained relatively strong compared with earlier years.
Production recovered in 2020, increasing to 5.90 kilograms, and remained at a high level in 2021 with 5.34 kilograms. The indicator increased further to 5.92 kilograms in 2022, demonstrating continued expansion in soybean output. In 2023, production per capita reached 6.58 kilograms, the highest level recorded during the period, highlighting improved domestic production capacity and stronger agricultural performance.
However, soybean production per capita declined to 4.94 kilograms in 2024, indicating a moderation after the previous year’s peak. Despite this decline, the latest value remained significantly above the 2015 level, demonstrating long-term improvement in Nigeria’s soybean production sector.
Overall, the dataset highlights the growth potential and resilience of Nigeria’s soybean industry. It is valuable for analysing agricultural trends, monitoring per capita output, assessing production performance, supporting market forecasting, and evaluating the influence of climate conditions, productivity improvements, cultivation patterns, and agricultural policies on soybean production.
- Indicator
- Soybean Production per Capita
- Country
- Nigeria
- Region
- Africa
- 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 Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita?
Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
What was Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita was 4.94 Kilogram in 2024, down 24.9% on 2023.
How has Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita moved from 3.09 Kilogram in 2015 to 4.94 Kilogram in 2024 (+60.1%), an average of +5.4% a year. The series high was 6.58 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 3.09 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 6.58 Kilogram in 2023 and the lowest was 3.09 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the Nigeria Soybean Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends. Excluded: The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
Where does the Nigeria Soybean 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=Soybeans&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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