Lower over the period
South America Grapes Production per Capita moved from 18.41 Kilogram in 2015 to 16.88 Kilogram in 2024 (−8.3%), an average of −1% a year. The series high was 18.74 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 15.10 Kilogram in 2016.
What South America Grapes Production per Capita shows
South America Grapes Production per Capita was 16.88 Kilogram in 2024, up 3.8% on 2023. South America grapes production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a relatively stable yet fluctuating production trend, reflecting the region's favorable grape-growing conditions, export-oriented viticulture, climatic variability, and evolving agricultural practices. Validated Our World in Data data shows grapes production per capita decreased from 18.41 kilograms in 2015 to 16.88 kilograms in 2024.
A 19.4% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2016) is 3.64 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −18% in 2016.
Chile leads the region
Within South America, Chile has the highest value in 2024 at 124,155 Kilogram.
Country ranking
Grapes Production per Capita by country, 2024
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By region
Grapes Production per Capita by region
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Full series
South America Grapes 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 | 16.88 | +3.8% |
| 2023 | 16.26 | −1.2% |
| 2022 | 16.47 | −10.5% |
| 2021 | 18.40 | +14.4% |
| 2020 | 16.09 | −10.2% |
| 2019 | 17.92 | −4.3% |
| 2018Peak | 18.74 | +12.7% |
| 2017 | 16.63 | +10.1% |
| 2016 Trough | 15.10 | −18% |
| 2015 | 18.41 | — |
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Grapes Production per Capita — Grapes production per capita refers to the annual production of grapes allocated on a per-person basis, measured in kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of grapes produced within a country relative to its population size during a given year. In Our World in Data, the metric is presented as country-level production data over time, allowing comparison of grape production intensity across countries and years. The data is derived from global food and agriculture statistics compiled from sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
The data includes the total production of grapes from agricultural activities within each country, converted into a per capita measure using the corresponding population estimates. It covers grapes produced for all major uses, including fresh consumption, processing into wine, juice, raisins, and other grape-based products, as classified under agricultural production statistics. The indicator includes annual production values reported for each country and year, adjusted by population to enable cross-country comparison.
The data excludes grape imports, exports, domestic consumption levels, and trade-related activities. It does not represent the amount of grapes available for consumers, as production may be used for processing, storage, animal feed, losses, or industrial purposes. The indicator also excludes production of other fruits and crops outside grapes and does not measure yield efficiency, cultivated area, farmer income, or market value. Differences may occur due to estimation methods, reporting gaps, or revisions in agricultural and population statistics.
About this indicator
Grapes Production per Capita — Grapes production per capita refers to the annual production of grapes allocated on a per-person basis, measured in kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of grapes produced within a country relative to its population size during a given year. In Our World in Data, the metric is presented as country-level production data over time, allowing comparison of grape production intensity across countries and years. The data is derived from global food and agriculture statistics compiled from sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Production experienced noticeable fluctuations during the early years, moving from 18.41 kilograms in 2015 to 15.10 kilograms in 2016 before recovering to 16.63 kilograms in 2017 and reaching 18.74 kilograms in 2018. This performance was supported by strong grape production in major producing countries, favorable weather conditions in key vineyard regions, and sustained demand from the wine, fresh fruit, raisin, and juice industries.
Following the 2018 peak, production per capita moderated to 17.92 kilograms in 2019 and declined further to 16.09 kilograms in 2020. The reduction reflected the effects of adverse weather conditions, drought in certain producing areas, pandemic-related labor shortages, and disruptions to agricultural operations and export supply chains. Despite these challenges, investments in irrigation, improved grape varieties, and modern vineyard management practices helped maintain production resilience across the region.
Production recovered to 18.40 kilograms in 2021, demonstrating the sector's ability to rebound as agricultural activities normalized and export demand strengthened. However, output moderated again to 16.47 kilograms in 2022 and 16.26 kilograms in 2023, before improving slightly to 16.88 kilograms in 2024. These fluctuations reflect varying climatic conditions, changes in harvested areas, and ongoing adjustments in vineyard productivity while maintaining South America's strong presence in global grape production.
Overall, the dataset highlights the resilience of South America's grape industry despite periodic production fluctuations. It is valuable for analyzing production trends, benchmarking vineyard productivity, forecasting future grape supply, and evaluating the impact of climatic conditions, export demand, technological advancements, and evolving agricultural practices on regional grape production.
- Indicator
- Grapes Production per Capita
- Region
- South America
- 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 America Grapes Production per Capita?
Grapes production per capita refers to the annual production of grapes allocated on a per-person basis, measured in kilograms per person. The indicator represents the average amount of grapes produced within a country relative to its population size during a given year. In Our World in Data, the metric is presented as country-level production data over time, allowing comparison of grape production intensity across countries and years. The data is derived from global food and agriculture statistics compiled from sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
What was South America Grapes Production per Capita in 2024?
South America Grapes Production per Capita was 16.88 Kilogram in 2024, up 3.8% on 2023.
How has South America Grapes Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
South America Grapes Production per Capita moved from 18.41 Kilogram in 2015 to 16.88 Kilogram in 2024 (−8.3%), an average of −1% a year. The series high was 18.74 Kilogram in 2018 and the low 15.10 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest South America Grapes Production per Capita?
The highest value was 18.74 Kilogram in 2018 and the lowest was 15.10 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the South America Grapes Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total production of grapes from agricultural activities within each country, converted into a per capita measure using the corresponding population estimates. It covers grapes produced for all major uses, including fresh consumption, processing into wine, juice, raisins, and other grape-based products, as classified under agricultural production statistics. The indicator includes annual production values reported for each country and year, adjusted by population to enable cross-country comparison. Excluded: The data excludes grape imports, exports, domestic consumption levels, and trade-related activities. It does not represent the amount of grapes available for consumers, as production may be used for processing, storage, animal feed, losses, or industrial purposes. The indicator also excludes production of other fruits and crops outside grapes and does not measure yield efficiency, cultivated area, farmer income, or market value. Differences may occur due to estimation methods, reporting gaps, or revisions in agricultural and population statistics.
Where does the South America Grapes 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=Grapes&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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