Higher over the period
Oceania Egg Production moved from 309.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 332.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+7.3%), an average of +0.8% a year. The series high was 361.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the low 309.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
What Oceania Egg Production shows
Oceania Egg Production was 332.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 1.8% on 2023. The Oceania Egg Production dataset provides a comprehensive assessment of regional egg production trends and poultry farming performance across Oceania between 2015 and 2024. Measured in Thousand Tonnes, the dataset serves as an important benchmark for evaluating agricultural productivity, poultry sector development, food supply capacity, and Oceania's contribution to the global egg industry.
A 14.3% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2015) is 51.66 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −13.7% in 2022.
Australia leads the region
Within Oceania, Australia has the highest value in 2024 at 245.3 Thousand Tonnes, 73.8% of the regional total.
Country ranking
Egg Production by country, 2024
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Thousand Tonnes↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 245.3 | +2.2% |
Full series
Oceania Egg Production by year
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 | 332.4 | +1.8% |
| 2023 | 326.4 | +4.7% |
| 2022 | 311.9 | −13.7% |
| 2021Peak | 361.5 | +7.8% |
| 2020 | 335.3 | −3.1% |
| 2019 | 346 | −0.1% |
| 2018 | 346.2 | +3.6% |
| 2017 | 334.3 | +5.3% |
| 2016 | 317.5 | +2.5% |
| 2015 Trough | 309.9 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Egg Production — – Egg Production refers to the total quantity of eggs produced by poultry within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of poultry farming, livestock productivity, and the contribution of egg production to the agricultural and food sectors. It is used to assess domestic food production, protein supply, and the performance of the poultry industry. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
The data includes the annual production of hen eggs and other poultry eggs intended for human consumption, food processing, and industrial food applications. It covers eggs produced by commercial poultry farms as well as other officially reported poultry production systems. The figures represent gross domestic egg production compiled from official agricultural statistics and standardized by the FAO to enable international comparison across countries and years.
The data excludes hatching eggs intended solely for breeding, processed egg products such as liquid, dried, or powdered eggs, egg imports and exports, poultry meat production, live poultry inventories, and post-production losses. It also excludes informal or unrecorded production not captured in official agricultural statistics and eggs produced by wild birds or other non-commercial sources not included in national agricultural reporting.
About this indicator
Egg Production — – Egg Production refers to the total quantity of eggs produced by poultry within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of poultry farming, livestock productivity, and the contribution of egg production to the agricultural and food sectors. It is used to assess domestic food production, protein supply, and the performance of the poultry industry. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Based on the validated data, regional egg production remained relatively stable with moderate year-to-year fluctuations during the study period. Total production increased from 309.89 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 317.51 thousand tonnes in 2016, 334.27 thousand tonnes in 2017, and 346.21 thousand tonnes in 2018. Output remained almost unchanged at 345.97 thousand tonnes in 2019 before declining to 335.32 thousand tonnes in 2020. Production recovered to 361.55 thousand tonnes in 2021, the highest level recorded during the study period, before falling to 311.88 thousand tonnes in 2022. Regional output improved to 326.43 thousand tonnes in 2023 and 332.42 thousand tonnes in 2024, indicating a gradual recovery. Australia remained the dominant producer, accounting for the majority of regional egg production, while the remaining Oceanian countries contributed steadily to overall output. The overall trend reflects a resilient poultry industry supported by efficient farming systems, technological advancements, and stable consumer demand. The dataset provides valuable insights into egg production trends, agricultural productivity, and poultry supply chain development across Oceania. It supports historical trend analysis, production benchmarking, market assessment, and forecasting of future egg availability. Farmers, poultry producers, food manufacturers, retailers, policymakers, investors, researchers, and industry stakeholders can use the dataset to evaluate production performance, compare regional output, identify investment opportunities, optimize production planning, and strengthen supply chain resilience. The data is also valuable for assessing Oceania's contribution to regional agriculture, supporting innovation, improving production efficiency, enhancing food security, and promoting sustainable development across the poultry and food processing industries.
- Indicator
- Egg Production
- Region
- Oceania
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Oceania Egg Production?
Definition – Egg Production refers to the total quantity of eggs produced by poultry within a country during a specified period, measured in tonnes. The indicator reflects the scale of poultry farming, livestock productivity, and the contribution of egg production to the agricultural and food sectors. It is used to assess domestic food production, protein supply, and the performance of the poultry industry. The data presented by Our World in Data is based on statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
What was Oceania Egg Production in 2024?
Oceania Egg Production was 332.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 1.8% on 2023.
How has Oceania Egg Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Oceania Egg Production moved from 309.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 332.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+7.3%), an average of +0.8% a year. The series high was 361.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the low 309.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Oceania Egg Production?
The highest value was 361.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the lowest was 309.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
What does the Oceania Egg Production data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the annual production of hen eggs and other poultry eggs intended for human consumption, food processing, and industrial food applications. It covers eggs produced by commercial poultry farms as well as other officially reported poultry production systems. The figures represent gross domestic egg production compiled from official agricultural statistics and standardized by the FAO to enable international comparison across countries and years. Excluded: The data excludes hatching eggs intended solely for breeding, processed egg products such as liquid, dried, or powdered eggs, egg imports and exports, poultry meat production, live poultry inventories, and post-production losses. It also excludes informal or unrecorded production not captured in official agricultural statistics and eggs produced by wild birds or other non-commercial sources not included in national agricultural reporting.
Where does the Oceania Egg Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?time=2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Eggs%2C+total&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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