Falling to a series low
North Macedonia Poppy Seed Production per Capita moved from 32.32 Gram in 2015 to 13.17 Gram in 2024 (−59.3%), an average of −9.5% a year. The series high was 45.89 Gram in 2016 and the low 13.17 Gram in 2024.
What North Macedonia Poppy Seed Production per Capita shows
North Macedonia Poppy Seed Production per Capita was 13.17 Gram in 2024, down 36.5% on 2023. North Macedonia’s poppy seed production per capita showed a fluctuating but overall declining trend between 2015 and 2024. According to the provided data, production stood at 32.32 grams per capita in 2015, increased significantly to 45.89 grams in 2016, and then declined to 16.49 grams in 2017.
A 71.3% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2024) is 32.72 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −64.1% in 2017.
Ranks 3 of 3 countries covered
Among the 3 countries in this dataset, North Macedonia ranks 3 for 2024, behind Serbia (160.2 Gram) and Turkey (96.50 Gram). The global figure for 2024 is 1.30 Gram, so North Macedonia is above it.
Full series
North Macedonia 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Trough | 13.17 | −36.5% |
| 2023 | 20.74 | +9.1% |
| 2022 | 19.02 | −4.8% |
| 2021 | 19.99 | −1.5% |
| 2020 | 20.30 | +16.7% |
| 2019 | 17.39 | −16.5% |
| 2018 | 20.84 | +26.4% |
| 2017 | 16.49 | −64.1% |
| 2016Peak | 45.89 | +42% |
| 2015 | 32.32 | — |
Regional context
How North Macedonia compares in Europe
Poppy Seed Production per Capita by country, 2024, Gram. North Macedonia is highlighted.
1Serbia160.2
2Turkey96.50
3North Macedonia13.17
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.
Production recovered to 20.84 grams in 2018, before decreasing to 17.39 grams in 2019. It subsequently increased to 20.30 grams in 2020, followed by a slight decline to 19.99 grams in 2021 and 19.02 grams in 2022. Production then rose to 20.74 grams in 2023 before falling to 13.17 grams in 2024.
The data indicates that North Macedonia experienced considerable year-to-year variation in poppy seed production per capita. The highest value during the period was recorded in 2016, while the lowest occurred in 2024. The sharp decline after 2016 indicates that the elevated production level was not sustained. Although several temporary recoveries occurred, production generally remained below the levels recorded during the first two years.
Poppy seed production forms part of North Macedonia’s agricultural produce and contributes to its wider crop production activities. Per capita production provides a population-adjusted measure of agricultural output, helping evaluate changes in production relative to population size. The figures indicate that North Macedonia maintained relatively modest per capita poppy seed production throughout most of the period.
Annual fluctuations may be influenced by changes in cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, farming practices, and other agricultural factors. However, the provided figures do not establish the specific causes of these changes.
Overall, North Macedonia recorded a 59.2% decrease in poppy seed production per capita between 2015 and 2024, declining from 32.32 grams to 13.17 grams. Despite periodic recoveries, the overall trend indicates a substantial reduction in per capita production over the period.
- Indicator
- Poppy Seed Production per Capita
- Country
- North Macedonia
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia Poppy Seed Production per Capita in 2024?
North Macedonia Poppy Seed Production per Capita was 13.17 Gram in 2024, down 36.5% on 2023.
How has North Macedonia Poppy Seed Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
North Macedonia Poppy Seed Production per Capita moved from 32.32 Gram in 2015 to 13.17 Gram in 2024 (−59.3%), an average of −9.5% a year. The series high was 45.89 Gram in 2016 and the low 13.17 Gram in 2024.
Which year had the highest and lowest North Macedonia Poppy Seed Production per Capita?
The highest value was 45.89 Gram in 2016 and the lowest was 13.17 Gram in 2024.
What does the North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia 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 2015–2024 and is reported in Gram.
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