Falling to a series low
Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita moved from 0.0958 Kilogram in 2021 to 0.0902 Kilogram in 2023 (−5.8%), an average of −3% a year. The series high was 0.0958 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 0.0902 Kilogram in 2023.
What Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita shows
Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita was 0.0902 Kilogram in 2023, down 3.3% on 2022. Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita recorded a slight declining trend between 2021 and 2023, reflecting changes in olive oil production performance relative to population growth and agricultural conditions. The indicator reached 95.76 grams per capita in 2021, decreased to 93.24 grams in 2022, and further declined to 90.19 grams per capita in 2023.
A 5.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2023) is 0.00557 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −3.3% in 2023.
Ranks 19 of 22 countries covered
Among the 22 countries in this dataset, Saudi Arabia ranks 19 for 2023, behind Greece (22.34 Kilogram) and Spain (17.82 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.325 Kilogram, so Saudi Arabia is below it.
Full series
Saudi Arabia Olive Oil 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 0.0902 | −3.3% |
| 2022 | 0.0932 | −2.6% |
| 2021Peak | 0.0958 | — |
Regional context
How Saudi Arabia compares in Asia
Olive Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Saudi Arabia is highlighted.
1Lebanon3.00
2Turkey2.69
3Jordan2.19
4Israel1.78
5Saudi Arabia0.0902
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Olive Oil Production per Capita — Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
The data includes annual olive oil production volumes from cultivated olive crops used for olive oil extraction, converted into a per capita measurement using national population data. It covers olive oil output from agricultural production activities and reflects changes influenced by olive cultivation areas, harvest cycles, climatic conditions, farming practices, and production efficiency. The indicator includes country-level production estimates reported for the selected period and supports analysis of trends in the global olive oil sector.
The data excludes olive oil consumption, imports, exports, retail sales, market prices, and individual household usage. It does not measure the amount of olive oil available or consumed per person, as produced olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through different supply chains. The indicator also excludes production of other edible oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil, palm oil, and other vegetable oils. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural data collection methods, production estimates, and population calculations used for per capita conversion.
About this indicator
Olive Oil Production per Capita — Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
Although the reduction was gradual, Saudi Arabia maintained a relatively high level of olive oil production per capita compared with several other countries in the region.
The data indicates that Saudi Arabia’s olive oil production remained relatively stable during the three-year period, with only a moderate decline observed. The decrease from 2021 to 2023 may be associated with variations in olive cultivation, harvest conditions, production efficiency, and changes in population size. Despite the downward movement, the production level remained above 90 grams per capita, indicating continued development of olive oil production capacity.
Olive oil production per capita measures the quantity of olive oil produced relative to the population and provides a population-adjusted assessment of production performance. This indicator does not represent individual consumption because produced olive oil may be used domestically, exported, stored, or processed for different applications. It helps evaluate agricultural output, production trends, and the progress of the olive oil sector.
Saudi Arabia has expanded agricultural activities related to olive cultivation, particularly in suitable regions with favorable growing conditions. The 2021–2023 trend highlights a period of minor adjustment rather than major production decline. Monitoring olive oil production per capita helps understand changes in agricultural productivity, evaluate sector development, and assess Saudi Arabia’s position within the regional olive oil market.
- Indicator
- Olive Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2021–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita?
Olive Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of olive oil produced in a country relative to its population size, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level production measure with values available across selected years. The indicator allows comparison of olive oil production performance between countries by adjusting total production according to population size.
What was Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita was 0.0902 Kilogram in 2023, down 3.3% on 2022.
How has Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita changed between 2021 and 2023?
Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita moved from 0.0958 Kilogram in 2021 to 0.0902 Kilogram in 2023 (−5.8%), an average of −3% a year. The series high was 0.0958 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 0.0902 Kilogram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.0958 Kilogram in 2021 and the lowest was 0.0902 Kilogram in 2023.
What does the Saudi Arabia Olive Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual olive oil production volumes from cultivated olive crops used for olive oil extraction, converted into a per capita measurement using national population data. It covers olive oil output from agricultural production activities and reflects changes influenced by olive cultivation areas, harvest cycles, climatic conditions, farming practices, and production efficiency. The indicator includes country-level production estimates reported for the selected period and supports analysis of trends in the global olive oil sector. Excluded: The data excludes olive oil consumption, imports, exports, retail sales, market prices, and individual household usage. It does not measure the amount of olive oil available or consumed per person, as produced olive oil may be exported, stored, processed, or distributed through different supply chains. The indicator also excludes production of other edible oils such as sunflower oil, soybean oil, palm oil, and other vegetable oils. Differences may occur due to variations in agricultural data collection methods, production estimates, and population calculations used for per capita conversion.
Where does the Saudi Arabia Olive Oil 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&Food=Olive+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2021–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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