Falling to a series low
Philippines Silk Production per capita moved from 0.0187 Gram in 2015 to 0 Gram in 2023 (−100%). The series high was 0.0187 Gram in 2015 and the low 0 Gram in 2023.
What Philippines Silk Production per capita shows
Philippines Silk Production per capita was 0 Gram in 2023, down 100% on 2022. The Philippines’ silk production per capita from 2015 to 2023 shows a significant declining trend, indicating a gradual reduction in the country’s domestic silk production activities. The available data reveals that silk production decreased from 18.74 milligrams per person in 2015 to zero production by 2023.
A 100% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2023) is 0.0187 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −100% in 2023.
Ranks 18 of 18 countries covered
Among the 18 countries in this dataset, Philippines ranks 18 for 2023, behind China (35.15 Gram) and India (27.06 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 11.62 Gram, so Philippines is below it.
Full series
Philippines Silk Production per capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
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| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 0 | −100% |
| 2022 | 0.00870 | −0.8% |
| 2021 | 0.00877 | −50.4% |
| 2020 | 0.0177 | −0.9% |
| 2019 | 0.0178 | −1.1% |
| 2018 | 0.0180 | −1.2% |
| 2017 | 0.0183 | −1.2% |
| 2016 | 0.0185 | −1.3% |
| 2015Peak | 0.0187 | — |
Regional context
How Philippines compares in Asia
Silk Production per capita by country, 2023, Gram. Philippines is highlighted.
1China35.15
2India27.06
3Tajikistan16.52
4Vietnam14.43
5Kyrgyzstan6.78
6Thailand4.06
7Iran3.05
15Philippines0
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems.
The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
About this indicator
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
This decline reflects challenges faced by the Philippine silk industry, including limited expansion of sericulture, changing agricultural priorities, production constraints, and reduced participation in silk-related farming activities.
During the initial years of the period, the Philippines maintained a relatively stable level of silk production. In 2015, production stood at 18.74 milligrams per capita and gradually decreased to 17.68 milligrams by 2019. However, after 2020, the country experienced a sharper decline, with production falling significantly to 8.77 milligrams in 2021 and continuing downward until reaching zero in 2023. This pattern indicates a weakening of silk production capacity and reduced output compared with earlier years.
The Philippines has a diverse agricultural sector focused on major commodities such as rice, coconut, fruits, and other high-value crops. Compared with these industries, silk production remains a specialised and small-scale agricultural activity. Factors such as limited availability of mulberry cultivation areas, competition from alternative farming activities, higher production costs, and changing rural economic conditions may have contributed to the decline in silk output.
Despite the reduction in production levels, silk remains an important traditional commodity with potential opportunities for rural development and agricultural diversification. The 2015–2023 silk production per capita data provides insights into the changing conditions of the country’s sericulture sector and highlights the importance of supporting specialised agricultural industries. Analysing these trends helps understand production challenges, resource allocation, and the future potential of silk-related activities within the Philippine agricultural economy.
- Indicator
- Silk Production per capita
- Country
- Philippines
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Philippines Silk Production per capita?
Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
What was Philippines Silk Production per capita in 2023?
Philippines Silk Production per capita was 0 Gram in 2023, down 100% on 2022.
How has Philippines Silk Production per capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Philippines Silk Production per capita moved from 0.0187 Gram in 2015 to 0 Gram in 2023 (−100%). The series high was 0.0187 Gram in 2015 and the low 0 Gram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Philippines Silk Production per capita?
The highest value was 0.0187 Gram in 2015 and the lowest was 0 Gram in 2023.
What does the Philippines Silk Production per capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems. Excluded: The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
Where does the Philippines Silk Production per capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Silk&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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