Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
Oceania Beeswax Production was 0.553 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.1% on 2023. Oceania Beeswax Production from 2015 to 2024 highlights production trends, output performance, beekeeping activities, and key insights into the region’s beeswax industry. Beeswax production in Oceania represents the annual quantity of beeswax harvested from managed honeybee colonies through commercial and agricultural apiculture activities and is measured in tonnes.
Oceania Beeswax Production moved from 0.566 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.553 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−2.3%), an average of −0.3% a year. The series high was 0.566 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 0.550 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2020) is 0.0162 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −0.9% in 2016.
Within Oceania, New Zealand has the highest value in 2024 at 0.299 Thousand Tonnes, 54% of the regional total.
Country ranking
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Thousand Tonnes↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Zealand | 0.299 | +1.1% | |
| 2 | Australia | 0.254 | −1.1% |
By region
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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 | 0.553 | +0.1% |
| 2023 | 0.553 | −0.3% |
| 2022 | 0.554 | 0% |
| 2021 | 0.554 | +0.7% |
| 2020 Trough | 0.550 | −0.3% |
| 2019 | 0.552 | −0.4% |
| 2018 | 0.554 | −0.7% |
| 2017 | 0.558 | −0.5% |
| 2016 | 0.561 | −0.9% |
| 2015Peak | 0.566 | — |
Data definition
Beeswax Production — Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
The data includes harvested beeswax production from apiculture activities for commercial and agricultural purposes. It covers beeswax produced within the selected country and includes beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies, hive management, and related beekeeping operations. The statistics account for annual beeswax output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, beekeeping surveys, agricultural statistics, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.
The data excludes production of honey, other bee products, agricultural commodities, and wax products not classified as beeswax. It does not measure beeswax exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, inventory levels, market prices, trade value, or economic contribution of the beeswax industry. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in beekeeping practices, data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting systems, colony population assessments, production efficiency, and seasonal factors affecting bee activity and wax harvesting.
Beeswax Production — Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
The indicator provides a regional overview of production performance and reflects the contribution of Oceania’s apiculture sector to the global beeswax industry.
Between 2015 and 2024, Oceania’s beeswax production declined gradually from 287.93 tonnes to 254.45 tonnes. While yearly changes were relatively small, the overall trend indicates a moderate reduction in regional output over the decade. Production was influenced by factors including climate conditions, honeybee colony health, floral resource availability, seasonal weather patterns, and beekeeping practices. Despite the decline, the region maintained consistent production through well-established commercial apiculture operations.
Australia and New Zealand account for most of Oceania’s beeswax production, supported by advanced beekeeping systems, favorable environmental conditions, and productive honeybee colonies. Beeswax is primarily generated as a by-product of honey production and hive maintenance, providing additional income for beekeepers and serving industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, candle manufacturing, food processing, and natural products.
The indicator includes domestically produced beeswax from commercial and agricultural beekeeping activities reported under the beeswax classification. It excludes honey production, other bee products, imports, exports, domestic consumption, processing activities, market prices, and economic value. Variations in reported production may occur due to differences in data collection methods, estimation techniques, colony assessments, and seasonal environmental conditions. Overall, Oceania’s beeswax production reflects a stable and well-developed apiculture sector that continues to contribute to the global supply of natural beeswax.
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Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
Oceania Beeswax Production was 0.553 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.1% on 2023.
Oceania Beeswax Production moved from 0.566 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.553 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−2.3%), an average of −0.3% a year. The series high was 0.566 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 0.550 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The highest value was 0.566 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the lowest was 0.550 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
Included: The data includes harvested beeswax production from apiculture activities for commercial and agricultural purposes. It covers beeswax produced within the selected country and includes beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies, hive management, and related beekeeping operations. The statistics account for annual beeswax output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, beekeeping surveys, agricultural statistics, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of honey, other bee products, agricultural commodities, and wax products not classified as beeswax. It does not measure beeswax exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, inventory levels, market prices, trade value, or economic contribution of the beeswax industry. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in beekeeping practices, data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting systems, colony population assessments, production efficiency, and seasonal factors affecting bee activity and wax harvesting.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Beeswax&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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