Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes.
Nigeria Tobacco Production was 5.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.2% on 2023. Nigeria Tobacco Production from 2015 to 2024 remained relatively stable throughout the decade, with only minor variations in annual production levels. Nigeria recorded tobacco production of 5 thousand tonnes in 2015, followed by a gradual increase to 5.5 thousand tonnes in 2016.
Nigeria Tobacco Production moved from 5.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 5.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+11.6%), an average of +1.2% a year. The series high was 6.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 5.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2015) is 1.00 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +10% in 2016.
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Nigeria ranks 24 for 2024, behind China (2,256 Thousand Tonnes) and India (727.2 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.1% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5.58 | +0.2% |
| 2023 | 5.57 | −0.4% |
| 2022 | 5.59 | +0.4% |
| 2021 | 5.57 | +0.5% |
| 2020 | 5.54 | −2.2% |
| 2019 | 5.67 | +3% |
| 2018 | 5.50 | −8.3% |
| 2017Peak | 6.00 | +9.1% |
| 2016 | 5.50 | +10% |
| 2015 Trough | 5.00 | — |
Regional context
Tobacco Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Nigeria is highlighted.
Data definition
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes.
Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Production reached 6 thousand tonnes in 2017, before declining slightly to 5.5 thousand tonnes in 2018. In 2019, Nigeria recorded tobacco production of 5.66667 thousand tonnes, while output decreased marginally to 5.54358 thousand tonnes in 2020. Production showed a small recovery in 2021, reaching 5.57008 thousand tonnes, followed by 5.59344 thousand tonnes in 2022. In 2023, Nigeria produced 5.56903 thousand tonnes of tobacco, while production reached 5.57752 thousand tonnes in 2024. The overall trend indicates that Nigeria maintained a consistent but small-scale tobacco production sector during the period. Tobacco cultivation in Nigeria is limited compared with major global producers, but it contributes to agricultural activities and supports employment opportunities in specific farming regions. The country’s tobacco industry is primarily associated with commercial farming, leaf processing, and manufacturing activities rather than large-scale agricultural output. Production stability reflects controlled cultivation practices and limited expansion of tobacco farming areas. However, the sector faces several challenges, including changing consumer preferences, tobacco control regulations, limited access to modern farming technologies, and competition from imported tobacco products. Farmers involved in tobacco cultivation have focused on improving productivity, maintaining crop quality, and adapting to changing market conditions. Nigeria’s tobacco production remained relatively unchanged between 2015 and 2024, suggesting that the industry operates within a stable but restricted production environment. While the country does not represent a major share of global tobacco output, tobacco-related agricultural and commercial activities continue to contribute to the broader agricultural economy. The production trend highlights Nigeria’s position as a smaller African tobacco producer with a focus on maintaining existing cultivation levels rather than significant expansion.
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Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Nigeria Tobacco Production was 5.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.2% on 2023.
Nigeria Tobacco Production moved from 5.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 5.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+11.6%), an average of +1.2% a year. The series high was 6.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the low 5.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 6.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 5.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Included: Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes. Excluded: Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Tobacco&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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