Broadly stable
Philippines Tobacco Production moved from 56.19 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 55.35 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−1.5%), an average of −0.2% a year. The series high was 56.46 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 47.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2022.
What Philippines Tobacco Production shows
Philippines Tobacco Production was 55.35 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 2.7% on 2023. Philippines Tobacco Production from 2015 to 2024 remained relatively stable, with moderate fluctuations influenced by agricultural conditions, government policies, and market demand. The Philippines recorded tobacco production of 56.1935 thousand tonnes in 2015, which slightly increased to 56.45673 thousand tonnes in 2016.
A 15.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2022) is 8.73 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +12.9% in 2023.
Ranks 13 of 31 countries covered
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Philippines ranks 13 for 2024, behind China (2,256 Thousand Tonnes) and India (727.2 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.9% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Philippines Tobacco 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 | 55.35 | +2.7% |
| 2023 | 53.89 | +12.9% |
| 2022 Trough | 47.73 | −6.3% |
| 2021 | 50.93 | −2.9% |
| 2020 | 52.43 | +2.7% |
| 2019 | 51.06 | +1.3% |
| 2018 | 50.38 | −1.3% |
| 2017 | 51.02 | −9.6% |
| 2016Peak | 56.46 | +0.5% |
| 2015 | 56.19 | — |
Regional context
How Philippines compares in Asia
Tobacco Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Philippines 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 declined to 51.0242 thousand tonnes in 2017 and further decreased to 50.38107 thousand tonnes in 2018. In 2019, tobacco output increased slightly to 51.06079 thousand tonnes, followed by further growth to 52.43482 thousand tonnes in 2020. Production declined marginally in 2021, reaching 50.93066 thousand tonnes, and decreased again to 47.73039 thousand tonnes in 2022. However, tobacco production recovered significantly in 2023, reaching 53.891 thousand tonnes, and increased further to 55.34586 thousand tonnes in 2024. The production trend shows that the Philippines maintained a consistent tobacco farming sector despite fluctuations during the decade. Tobacco cultivation has traditionally been an important agricultural activity in regions such as Ilocos Norte and other northern provinces, providing livelihoods for farming communities. The country produces various tobacco varieties, including Virginia, burley, and native tobacco, which are used for cigarette manufacturing and traditional tobacco products. Government-supported programs, including agricultural assistance and production incentives, have helped sustain tobacco farming activities. However, the industry faces challenges from declining global tobacco consumption, health regulations, and competition from imported tobacco leaves. Farmers have responded by improving cultivation practices and focusing on quality production. The 2015–2024 data indicates that the Philippines continues to maintain a stable position within the Asian tobacco production landscape, supported by established farming traditions, suitable agricultural conditions, and continued demand from domestic processing industries.
- Indicator
- Tobacco Production
- Country
- Philippines
- Region
- Asia
- 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 Philippines 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 Philippines Tobacco Production in 2024?
Philippines Tobacco Production was 55.35 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 2.7% on 2023.
How has Philippines Tobacco Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Philippines Tobacco Production moved from 56.19 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 55.35 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−1.5%), an average of −0.2% a year. The series high was 56.46 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 47.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2022.
Which year had the highest and lowest Philippines Tobacco Production?
The highest value was 56.46 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the lowest was 47.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2022.
What does the Philippines 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 Philippines 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.
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