Higher over the period
South Africa Oats Production per Capita moved from 0.649 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.669 Kilogram in 2024 (+3%), an average of +0.3% a year. The series high was 0.971 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 0.277 Kilogram in 2019.
What South Africa Oats Production per Capita shows
South Africa Oats Production per Capita was 0.669 Kilogram in 2024, up 3.1% on 2023. South Africa oats production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a fluctuating agricultural trend, reflecting changes in crop output, climatic conditions, and annual production performance. Based on Our World in Data, oats production per capita increased slightly from 649.41 grams in 2015 to 668.67 grams in 2024, indicating overall stability despite significant variations throughout the decade.
A 71.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2019) is 0.694 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +239.9% in 2020.
Ranks 22 of 27 countries covered
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, South Africa ranks 22 for 2024, behind Finland (217.5 Kilogram) and Canada (84.48 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 2.75 Kilogram, so South Africa is below it.
Full series
South Africa Oats 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 | 0.669 | +3.1% |
| 2023 | 0.649 | +46.9% |
| 2022 | 0.442 | −54% |
| 2021 | 0.959 | +1.9% |
| 2020 | 0.941 | +239.9% |
| 2019 Trough | 0.277 | −50.4% |
| 2018 | 0.558 | +40% |
| 2017 | 0.399 | −58.9% |
| 2016Peak | 0.971 | +49.5% |
| 2015 | 0.649 | — |
Regional context
How South Africa compares in Africa
Oats Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. South Africa is highlighted.
1Chile23.15
2Argentina12.36
3Uruguay10.63
4South Africa0.669
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Oats Production per Capita — Oats Production Per Capita refers to the annual production of oats divided by the total population of a country, measured in kilograms or grams per person per year. The indicator represents the average amount of oats produced for each individual based on total agricultural production and population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, with values reported annually for the selected period. The data provides insights into oat production performance, agricultural productivity, and changes in production capacity relative to population growth.
The data includes the total agricultural production of oats, covering oat crops harvested for food, feed, and other agricultural uses as reported in global food and agriculture datasets. The indicator incorporates annual oat production volumes and population estimates to calculate per capita production values. Our World in Data compiles the data from internationally recognised agricultural statistics sources, including the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and provides comparable country-level figures across different regions and time periods.
The data excludes oat consumption, imports, exports, processing activities, and market demand. It does not measure individual dietary intake, availability of oats for consumers, or actual domestic supply after trade adjustments. The indicator also does not represent productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, or quality differences in oat production. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and population data sources used for calculating per capita values.
About this indicator
Oats Production per Capita — Oats Production Per Capita refers to the annual production of oats divided by the total population of a country, measured in kilograms or grams per person per year. The indicator represents the average amount of oats produced for each individual based on total agricultural production and population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, with values reported annually for the selected period. The data provides insights into oat production performance, agricultural productivity, and changes in production capacity relative to population growth.
The indicator provides insights into South Africa’s agricultural productivity, oat production efficiency, and cereal crop performance relative to population size.
During the initial period, production increased strongly from 649.41 grams in 2015 to 970.82 grams in 2016, representing the highest level recorded during the decade. However, production declined sharply to 398.63 grams in 2017 and recovered moderately to 557.90 grams in 2018 before falling further to 276.90 grams in 2019, the lowest level during the observed period. These fluctuations highlight the influence of weather conditions, crop yields, cultivated area, and farming practices on annual oat production.
Between 2020 and 2022, production showed significant variations. Oats production per capita recovered strongly to 941.18 grams in 2020 and 959.31 grams in 2021, reflecting improved agricultural conditions and stronger crop performance. However, production declined to 441.66 grams in 2022, indicating renewed changes in production conditions.
In recent years, production recovered to 648.61 grams in 2023 and increased further to 668.67 grams in 2024, showing improved stability compared with previous fluctuations. Overall, the dataset highlights the resilience and variability of South Africa’s oats production per capita between 2015 and 2024. It supports agricultural trend analysis, production benchmarking, productivity evaluation, forecasting, and food security research.
- Indicator
- Oats 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 Oats Production per Capita?
Oats Production Per Capita refers to the annual production of oats divided by the total population of a country, measured in kilograms or grams per person per year. The indicator represents the average amount of oats produced for each individual based on total agricultural production and population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, with values reported annually for the selected period. The data provides insights into oat production performance, agricultural productivity, and changes in production capacity relative to population growth.
What was South Africa Oats Production per Capita in 2024?
South Africa Oats Production per Capita was 0.669 Kilogram in 2024, up 3.1% on 2023.
How has South Africa Oats Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
South Africa Oats Production per Capita moved from 0.649 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.669 Kilogram in 2024 (+3%), an average of +0.3% a year. The series high was 0.971 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 0.277 Kilogram in 2019.
Which year had the highest and lowest South Africa Oats Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.971 Kilogram in 2016 and the lowest was 0.277 Kilogram in 2019.
What does the South Africa Oats Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of oats, covering oat crops harvested for food, feed, and other agricultural uses as reported in global food and agriculture datasets. The indicator incorporates annual oat production volumes and population estimates to calculate per capita production values. Our World in Data compiles the data from internationally recognised agricultural statistics sources, including the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and provides comparable country-level figures across different regions and time periods. Excluded: The data excludes oat consumption, imports, exports, processing activities, and market demand. It does not measure individual dietary intake, availability of oats for consumers, or actual domestic supply after trade adjustments. The indicator also does not represent productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, or quality differences in oat production. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and population data sources used for calculating per capita values.
Where does the South Africa Oats 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=Oats&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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