Lower over the period
Oceania Honey Production moved from 32.87 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 29.57 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−10%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 40.20 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the low 24.53 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
What Oceania Honey Production shows
Oceania Honey Production was 29.57 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 20.5% on 2023. Oceania’s honey production exhibited a mixed performance between 2015 and 2024, reflecting contrasting production trends among the region’s major honey-producing countries. Australia, the region’s largest producer, experienced a gradual decline in honey output over the decade, while New Zealand recorded noticeable fluctuations due to changing climatic conditions, flowering cycles, and beekeeping productivity.
A 39% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2020) and low (2023) is 15.67 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −29.4% in 2023.
Australia leads the region
Within Oceania, Australia has the highest value in 2024 at 10.98 Thousand Tonnes, 37.1% of the regional total.
Country ranking
Honey Production by country, 2024
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Thousand Tonnes↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 10.98 | −3.3% |
By region
Honey Production by region
Thousand Tonnes, 2024. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
Oceania Honey 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 | 29.57 | +20.5% |
| 2023 Trough | 24.53 | −29.4% |
| 2022 | 34.75 | +3.9% |
| 2021 | 33.44 | −16.8% |
| 2020Peak | 40.20 | +10.7% |
| 2019 | 36.31 | +8.7% |
| 2018 | 33.40 | +19.4% |
| 2017 | 27.97 | −17.3% |
| 2016 | 33.84 | +2.9% |
| 2015 | 32.87 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Honey Production — Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
Honey production includes the total quantity of natural honey obtained from commercial, small-scale, and traditional beekeeping operations. It covers honey harvested from different floral sources and produced through managed honeybee colonies, including output intended for food consumption, industrial use, and commercial markets. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes reported in tonnes or thousand tonnes, reflecting the overall performance of the honey-producing sector within a country or region.
Honey production excludes processed or value-added honey products such as flavored honey, blended honey products, and honey-based food items, as the indicator measures only raw honey output. It does not include honey imports, exports, consumption, retail sales, or market value. Other beekeeping products such as beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis are excluded, along with artificial honey substitutes and production losses occurring during processing, storage, or transportation.
About this indicator
Honey Production — Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
Regional honey production benefited from well-established apiculture industries, diverse floral resources, and growing demand for premium-quality honey, particularly from international markets.
Australia’s honey production declined from approximately 12.28 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 10.98 thousand tonnes in 2024, with production remaining relatively stable during the first half of the period before gradually decreasing in later years. Factors such as prolonged droughts, bushfires, changing weather patterns, and reduced floral availability influenced annual honey yields. In contrast, New Zealand’s honey production fluctuated considerably throughout the decade. Production increased from 20.59 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 27.89 thousand tonnes in 2020, before declining to 13.17 thousand tonnes in 2023 and recovering to 18.59 thousand tonnes in 2024. These variations largely reflect seasonal conditions, nectar availability, and changes in hive productivity.
The Oceania honey industry is characterized by advanced beekeeping practices, strict quality standards, and strong export-oriented production. The region is internationally recognized for producing premium honey varieties, including eucalyptus and mānuka honey, which contribute significantly to export revenues. Beekeeping also supports agricultural productivity through pollination services for horticultural and agricultural crops, strengthening regional food production systems.
From a macro indicator perspective, Oceania’s honey production reflects a mature and technologically advanced apiculture sector that remains resilient despite climatic and environmental challenges. While annual output fluctuated across countries, the region maintained a stable presence in global honey markets through high-quality production and efficient beekeeping practices. Future growth will depend on sustainable hive management, climate adaptation, conservation of bee populations, and continued investment in modern apiculture technologies.
- Indicator
- Honey 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 Honey Production?
Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
What was Oceania Honey Production in 2024?
Oceania Honey Production was 29.57 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 20.5% on 2023.
How has Oceania Honey Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Oceania Honey Production moved from 32.87 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 29.57 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−10%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 40.20 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the low 24.53 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Oceania Honey Production?
The highest value was 40.20 Thousand Tonnes in 2020 and the lowest was 24.53 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
What does the Oceania Honey Production data include and exclude?
Included: Honey production includes the total quantity of natural honey obtained from commercial, small-scale, and traditional beekeeping operations. It covers honey harvested from different floral sources and produced through managed honeybee colonies, including output intended for food consumption, industrial use, and commercial markets. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes reported in tonnes or thousand tonnes, reflecting the overall performance of the honey-producing sector within a country or region. Excluded: Honey production excludes processed or value-added honey products such as flavored honey, blended honey products, and honey-based food items, as the indicator measures only raw honey output. It does not include honey imports, exports, consumption, retail sales, or market value. Other beekeeping products such as beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis are excluded, along with artificial honey substitutes and production losses occurring during processing, storage, or transportation.
Where does the Oceania Honey Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?pickerSort=asc&pickerMetric=entityName&Food=Honey&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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