Higher over the period
Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita moved from 0.244 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.391 Kilogram in 2024 (+60.2%), an average of +5.4% a year. The series high was 0.418 Kilogram in 2019 and the low 0.244 Kilogram in 2015.
What Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita shows
Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita was 0.391 Kilogram in 2024, down 1.8% on 2023. Saudi Arabia millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a strong growth trend with some fluctuations, reflecting changes in agricultural practices, production efficiency, and efforts to enhance domestic crop cultivation. Validated Our World in Data data shows millet production per capita increased from 243.84 grams in 2015 to 390.65 grams in 2024.
A 41.7% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2015) is 0.175 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +52.7% in 2019.
Ranks 11 of 17 countries covered
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, Saudi Arabia ranks 11 for 2024, behind Niger (141.9 Kilogram) and Mali (81.09 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 3.78 Kilogram, so Saudi Arabia is below it.
Full series
Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.391 | −1.8% |
| 2023 | 0.398 | +8.9% |
| 2022 | 0.365 | −5.9% |
| 2021 | 0.388 | +2.8% |
| 2020 | 0.378 | −9.7% |
| 2019Peak | 0.418 | +52.7% |
| 2018 | 0.274 | +4.7% |
| 2017 | 0.262 | +6.6% |
| 2016 | 0.245 | +0.7% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.244 | — |
Regional context
How Saudi Arabia compares in Asia
Millet Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Saudi Arabia is highlighted.
1India8.70
2China1.96
3Saudi Arabia0.391
4Turkey0.0431
5Taiwan0.0218
6South Korea0.0193
7Vietnam0.00848
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Millet Production per Capita — Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
The data includes annual millet production volumes converted into per capita values based on national population estimates. It covers millet output from agricultural production systems, including different millet varieties classified within global food production statistics. Our World in Data compiles the indicator using data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), providing historical time-series information for countries and regions. The indicator includes country-level production measurements and allows comparisons of millet production performance across different geographic areas and time periods.
The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, stock levels, prices, and trade-related activities. It does not measure nutritional intake, food availability, processing losses, or domestic usage patterns. The indicator also does not represent total agricultural productivity or overall cereal production performance, as it focuses only on millet production per person. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural statistics, population estimates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices between countries.
About this indicator
Millet Production per Capita — Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
During the early period, production showed gradual improvement, increasing from 243.84 grams in 2015 to 245.43 grams in 2016 and 261.68 grams in 2017. Growth continued in 2018, when production reached 274.00 grams, indicating steady expansion in millet output.
A significant increase occurred in 2019, when millet production per capita rose to 418.34 grams, representing the highest level during the analysed period. This growth reflected improved production performance and increased agricultural activity. However, production declined to 377.56 grams in 2020 before recovering to 388.24 grams in 2021. The fluctuations during this period indicate the influence of climatic conditions, water availability, farming efficiency, and changes in cultivated areas on agricultural production. Despite these variations, millet production remained considerably higher than the levels recorded at the beginning of the period.
In recent years, production continued to maintain a strong position, recording 365.44 grams in 2022 before increasing again to 397.88 grams in 2023. In 2024, production moderated slightly to 390.65 grams, remaining significantly above the 2015 baseline. The overall upward movement highlights improvements in production capacity and continued importance of millet cultivation within Saudi Arabia’s agricultural sector.
Overall, the dataset highlights the growth and resilience of Saudi Arabia’s millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024. It is valuable for analysing long-term agricultural trends, benchmarking production performance, forecasting future millet output, and evaluating the influence of farming practices, environmental conditions, resource management, and agricultural development strategies on millet production in Saudi Arabia.
- Indicator
- Millet Production per Capita
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita?
Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
What was Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita in 2024?
Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita was 0.391 Kilogram in 2024, down 1.8% on 2023.
How has Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita moved from 0.244 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.391 Kilogram in 2024 (+60.2%), an average of +5.4% a year. The series high was 0.418 Kilogram in 2019 and the low 0.244 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.418 Kilogram in 2019 and the lowest was 0.244 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the Saudi Arabia Millet Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual millet production volumes converted into per capita values based on national population estimates. It covers millet output from agricultural production systems, including different millet varieties classified within global food production statistics. Our World in Data compiles the indicator using data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), providing historical time-series information for countries and regions. The indicator includes country-level production measurements and allows comparisons of millet production performance across different geographic areas and time periods. Excluded: The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, stock levels, prices, and trade-related activities. It does not measure nutritional intake, food availability, processing losses, or domestic usage patterns. The indicator also does not represent total agricultural productivity or overall cereal production performance, as it focuses only on millet production per person. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural statistics, population estimates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices between countries.
Where does the Saudi Arabia Millet 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..2024&Food=Millet&Metric=Production&per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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