Palm Oil Production per Capitain Oceania

Palm Oil Production per Capita — Palm oil production per capita refers to the annual quantity of palm oil produced by a country relative to its population, measured in kilograms or grams per person. This indicator represents the average palm oil production contribution per individual and helps assess production intensity, agricultural productivity, and the relative importance of palm oil cultivation within a country's agriculture sector. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, with values reported annually for the selected period. The data is based on global food production statistics and provides comparable production measurements across countries and years. Inclusions: The data includes annual palm oil production volumes adjusted according to population size for each country, covering the production of palm oil from agricultural activities during the selected period. It includes country-level production estimates reported on a per capita basis and captures changes resulting from variations in cultivation, plantation output, agricultural productivity, and population growth. The indicator covers palm oil production trends from 2015 to 2023, enabling comparisons of production performance across regions and countries. The dataset includes values expressed in kilograms or grams per capita depending on the reporting unit and provides historical production trends for agricultural analysis. Exclusions: The data excludes palm oil consumption, imports, exports, processing volumes, and market demand indicators. It does not represent individual consumption levels or availability of palm oil within a country. The indicator does not measure plantation area, yield per hectare, production costs, or economic value generated from palm oil production. It also excludes other vegetable oils and agricultural commodities that are not classified as palm oil. Differences between countries may occur due to variations in agricultural practices, climatic conditions, production systems, and population sizes. The indicator focuses only on production output relative to population and does not capture broader environmental, social, or trade-related impacts associated with palm oil production.

It provides a population-adjusted perspective of palm oil production, allowing assessment of production intensity and comparison of regional output levels over time.

Palm oil production in Oceania is primarily concentrated in Papua New Guinea, which is the region’s major producer due to its favorable tropical climate, suitable agricultural conditions, and established oil palm plantations. The country’s palm oil sector plays an important role in agricultural exports and rural economic development. Compared with other global producing regions, Oceania has a smaller overall production base, but Papua New Guinea demonstrates notable per capita production levels due to its lower population size relative to production volumes.

Between 2015 and 2023, Oceania’s palm oil production per capita showed moderate fluctuations influenced by factors such as plantation productivity, climatic conditions, harvesting efficiency, global palm oil market demand, and changes in agricultural practices. The variations across the period reflect the impact of production cycles, environmental factors, and industry conditions affecting oil palm cultivation.

This indicator supports analysis of regional agricultural productivity, commodity production patterns, and the role of palm oil in Oceania’s agricultural economy. It provides useful insights for researchers, policymakers, agribusinesses, and investors evaluating palm oil production trends, supply potential, and resource utilization. The data also helps understand Oceania’s contribution to the global palm oil supply chain and highlights the importance of sustainable production practices in maintaining long-term industry growth.