Lower over the period
North America Oats Production per Capita moved from 9.95 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.56 Kilogram in 2024 (−14%), an average of −1.7% a year. The series high was 12.12 Kilogram in 2022 and the low 6.89 Kilogram in 2023.
What North America Oats Production per Capita shows
North America Oats Production per Capita was 8.56 Kilogram in 2024, up 24.2% on 2023. North America oats production per capita between 2015 and 2024 reflects a fluctuating agricultural trend influenced by changes in crop output, regional production performance, climatic conditions, and population growth.
A 43.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2023) is 5.23 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +71.5% in 2022.
Canada leads the region
Within North America, Canada has the highest value in 2024 at 84.48 Kilogram.
Country ranking
Oats Production per Capita by country, 2024
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By region
Oats Production per Capita by region
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Full series
North America Oats 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 | 8.56 | +24.2% |
| 2023 Trough | 6.89 | −43.1% |
| 2022Peak | 12.12 | +71.5% |
| 2021 | 7.07 | −36.3% |
| 2020 | 11.10 | +9.1% |
| 2019 | 10.17 | +16.2% |
| 2018 | 8.75 | −4.7% |
| 2017 | 9.19 | +5.7% |
| 2016 | 8.69 | −12.7% |
| 2015 | 9.95 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Oats Production per Capita — Oats Production per Capita refers to the annual production of oats divided by the total population of a country, measured in kilograms or grams per person per year. 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 indicator measures the average amount of oats produced relative to population size and is used to analyse agricultural production capacity, cereal crop performance, and changes in production efficiency over time.
The data includes total oat production volumes from agricultural activities, covering oats cultivated and harvested for food, feed, and other agricultural uses. The calculation combines annual oat production data with population estimates to generate per capita production values. Our World in Data compiles the data from internationally recognised agricultural statistics sources, including Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) datasets, providing comparable production estimates across countries and regions. The indicator includes historical annual production trends and allows comparison of oat production performance between different geographical areas.
The data excludes oat consumption, imports, exports, processing activities, and domestic availability after trade adjustments. It does not represent actual oat intake by individuals or measure market demand, food supply, or nutritional consumption patterns. The indicator also does not capture farm-level productivity, yield per hectare, production costs, or quality differences in harvested oats. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, data revisions, and population estimates used for calculating per capita production values."
About this indicator
Oats Production per Capita — Oats Production per Capita refers to the annual production of oats divided by the total population of a country, measured in kilograms or grams per person per year. 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 indicator measures the average amount of oats produced relative to population size and is used to analyse agricultural production capacity, cereal crop performance, and changes in production efficiency over time.
Based on Our World in Data, oats production per capita across North America decreased from 9,954.01 grams in 2015 to 8,557.96 grams in 2024, indicating an overall decline despite considerable variations throughout the decade. The indicator provides insights into regional oat production efficiency, agricultural productivity, and cereal crop performance relative to population size.
During the early period, oats production per capita declined from 9,954.01 grams in 2015 to 8,693.24 grams in 2016 before recovering slightly to 9,189.05 grams in 2017. Production decreased again to 8,753.88 grams in 2018 but improved to 10,174.84 grams in 2019. These fluctuations reflect changes in harvesting conditions, cultivated area, crop yields, and production capacity across major oat-producing countries, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Between 2020 and 2022, North America experienced significant variations in oats production per capita. Production increased to 11,098.91 grams in 2020, supported by improved agricultural performance and favourable production conditions. However, it declined to 7,067.28 grams in 2021 before reaching 12,122.49 grams in 2022, the highest level recorded during the period. These changes highlight the influence of seasonal factors, weather patterns, and annual production cycles on oat output.
In recent years, production declined to 6,893.15 grams in 2023 before recovering to 8,557.96 grams in 2024. Overall, the dataset highlights the variability and resilience of North America’s oats production per capita between 2015 and 2024. It provides valuable insights for analysing agricultural trends, benchmarking regional performance, evaluating productivity changes, forecasting future oat production, and supporting food security assessments and agricultural planning.
- Indicator
- Oats Production per Capita
- Region
- North America
- 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 North America Oats Production per Capita?
Oats Production per Capita refers to the annual production of oats divided by the total population of a country, measured in kilograms or grams per person per year. 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 indicator measures the average amount of oats produced relative to population size and is used to analyse agricultural production capacity, cereal crop performance, and changes in production efficiency over time.
What was North America Oats Production per Capita in 2024?
North America Oats Production per Capita was 8.56 Kilogram in 2024, up 24.2% on 2023.
How has North America Oats Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
North America Oats Production per Capita moved from 9.95 Kilogram in 2015 to 8.56 Kilogram in 2024 (−14%), an average of −1.7% a year. The series high was 12.12 Kilogram in 2022 and the low 6.89 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest North America Oats Production per Capita?
The highest value was 12.12 Kilogram in 2022 and the lowest was 6.89 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the North America Oats Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes total oat production volumes from agricultural activities, covering oats cultivated and harvested for food, feed, and other agricultural uses. The calculation combines annual oat production data with population estimates to generate per capita production values. Our World in Data compiles the data from internationally recognised agricultural statistics sources, including Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) datasets, providing comparable production estimates across countries and regions. The indicator includes historical annual production trends and allows comparison of oat production performance between different geographical areas. Excluded: The data excludes oat consumption, imports, exports, processing activities, and domestic availability after trade adjustments. It does not represent actual oat intake by individuals or measure market demand, food supply, or nutritional consumption patterns. The indicator also does not capture farm-level productivity, yield per hectare, production costs, or quality differences in harvested oats. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, data revisions, and population estimates used for calculating per capita production values."
Where does the North America Oats 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=Oats&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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