Rising to a series high
Pakistan Tobacco Production moved from 120 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 185 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+54.1%), an average of +4.9% a year. The series high was 185 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 100 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
What Pakistan Tobacco Production shows
Pakistan Tobacco Production was 185 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 21.8% on 2023. Pakistan Tobacco Production from 2015 to 2024 showed an overall increasing trend, supported by favorable agricultural conditions, established farming practices, and strong domestic demand for tobacco products. Pakistan recorded tobacco production of 120.022 thousand tonnes in 2015, which declined slightly to 115.574 thousand tonnes in 2016.
A 45.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2017) is 84.97 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +27.3% in 2020.
Ranks 6 of 31 countries covered
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Pakistan ranks 6 for 2024, behind China (2,256 Thousand Tonnes) and India (727.2 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 3.1% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Pakistan Tobacco Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
Scroll the table sideways to see all columns.
| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 185 | +21.8% |
| 2023 | 151.9 | +13.7% |
| 2022 | 133.6 | −20.6% |
| 2021 | 168.2 | +26.6% |
| 2020 | 132.9 | +27.3% |
| 2019 | 104.4 | −2.2% |
| 2018 | 106.7 | +6.7% |
| 2017 Trough | 100 | −13.5% |
| 2016 | 115.6 | −3.7% |
| 2015 | 120 | — |
Regional context
How Pakistan compares in Asia
Tobacco Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Pakistan is highlighted.
1China2,256
2India727.2
3Indonesia353.4
4Pakistan185
5Turkey108
6Thailand66.29
7Philippines55.35
8Vietnam48.31
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes.
Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
About this indicator
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Production decreased further to 100.015 thousand tonnes in 2017 before recovering to 106.727 thousand tonnes in 2018. In 2019, tobacco output reached 104.355 thousand tonnes, followed by a significant increase to 132.872 thousand tonnes in 2020. Production continued growing in 2021, reaching 168.165 thousand tonnes, before declining slightly to 133.562 thousand tonnes in 2022. Pakistan recorded further growth in 2023 with production reaching 151.865 thousand tonnes, while 2024 recorded the highest production level of the period at 184.982 thousand tonnes. The overall production trend reflects the resilience and expansion of Pakistan’s tobacco cultivation sector. Tobacco farming is an important agricultural activity in Pakistan, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, where farmers cultivate varieties such as flue-cured Virginia tobacco and other commercial tobacco types. The sector provides income opportunities for farmers and supports tobacco processing industries within the country. Production growth in recent years has been influenced by improved cultivation practices, better farm management, and continued demand from domestic and export markets. However, the industry faces challenges related to health regulations, environmental concerns, and changing global tobacco consumption patterns. Farmers and producers have focused on improving productivity and maintaining leaf quality to remain competitive. The 2015–2024 production data highlights Pakistan’s growing importance as a tobacco producer in the Asian region, with output increasing significantly despite market and regulatory challenges affecting the global tobacco industry.
- Indicator
- Tobacco Production
- Country
- Pakistan
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
Cite this dataset
Using this data in a report, paper or presentation? Copy a formatted citation.
Copied
Frequently asked questions
What is Pakistan Tobacco Production?
Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
What was Pakistan Tobacco Production in 2024?
Pakistan Tobacco Production was 185 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 21.8% on 2023.
How has Pakistan Tobacco Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Pakistan Tobacco Production moved from 120 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 185 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+54.1%), an average of +4.9% a year. The series high was 185 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 100 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
Which year had the highest and lowest Pakistan Tobacco Production?
The highest value was 185 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 100 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
What does the Pakistan Tobacco Production data include and exclude?
Included: Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes. Excluded: Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
Where does the Pakistan Tobacco Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Tobacco&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
Need more data?
Get in touch with our research team
Need a longer historical series, a custom country set, additional dimensions, or a tailored dataset? Send us your requirement.