Falling to a series low
South Africa Millet Production per Capita moved from 0.110 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.0989 Kilogram in 2024 (−10.1%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 0.112 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 0.0989 Kilogram in 2024.
What South Africa Millet Production per Capita shows
South Africa Millet Production per Capita was 0.0989 Kilogram in 2024, down 1.2% on 2023. South Africa millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a gradual declining trend, reflecting changes in cultivation patterns, agricultural priorities, and variations in annual crop productivity. Validated Our World in Data data shows millet production per capita decreased from 110.06 grams in 2015 to 98.92 grams in 2024.
A 11.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2024) is 0.0130 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −2.2% in 2017.
Ranks 13 of 17 countries covered
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, South Africa ranks 13 for 2024, behind Niger (141.9 Kilogram) and Mali (81.09 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 3.78 Kilogram, so South Africa is below it.
Full series
South Africa 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 Trough | 0.0989 | −1.2% |
| 2023 | 0.100 | −1.4% |
| 2022 | 0.102 | −1.4% |
| 2021 | 0.103 | −1.4% |
| 2020 | 0.104 | −1.9% |
| 2019 | 0.106 | −1.2% |
| 2018 | 0.108 | −1.5% |
| 2017 | 0.109 | −2.2% |
| 2016Peak | 0.112 | +1.7% |
| 2015 | 0.110 | — |
Regional context
How South Africa compares in Africa
Millet Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. South Africa is highlighted.
1Niger141.9
2Mali81.09
3Burkina Faso39.54
4Sudan15.72
5Ethiopia8.52
6Nigeria6.66
7South Africa0.0989
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 remained relatively stable, increasing slightly to 111.90 grams in 2016 before declining to 109.48 grams in 2017. Production continued to decrease gradually in 2018, reaching 107.83 grams, indicating a slow reduction in millet output compared with earlier years.
During the middle period, millet production per capita continued its downward movement, declining to 106.50 grams in 2019 and 104.44 grams in 2020. This trend continued in 2021, when production reached 102.93 grams, followed by a further decline to 101.54 grams in 2022. The gradual reduction reflects changes in agricultural land use, crop selection decisions, environmental conditions, and variations in production efficiency. Although the decline was consistent, the absence of sharp fluctuations indicates a relatively stable adjustment in millet production levels.
In recent years, South Africa’s millet production per capita continued to moderate, decreasing to 100.14 grams in 2023 and 98.92 grams in 2024. The latest value represents the lowest level recorded during the analysed period, highlighting a gradual reduction from the 2015 baseline. However, millet continues to contribute to agricultural diversity and crop production systems within the country.
Overall, the dataset highlights the gradual decline and stable transition of South Africa’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 climatic conditions, cultivation practices, resource allocation, and crop management strategies on millet production in South Africa.
- Indicator
- Millet Production per Capita
- Country
- South Africa
- Region
- Africa
- 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 South Africa 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 South Africa Millet Production per Capita in 2024?
South Africa Millet Production per Capita was 0.0989 Kilogram in 2024, down 1.2% on 2023.
How has South Africa Millet Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
South Africa Millet Production per Capita moved from 0.110 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.0989 Kilogram in 2024 (−10.1%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 0.112 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 0.0989 Kilogram in 2024.
Which year had the highest and lowest South Africa Millet Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.112 Kilogram in 2016 and the lowest was 0.0989 Kilogram in 2024.
What does the South Africa 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 South Africa 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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