Higher over the period
South America Millet Production per Capita moved from 0.107 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.145 Kilogram in 2024 (+35.9%), an average of +3.5% a year. The series high was 0.214 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 0.0505 Kilogram in 2018.
What South America Millet Production per Capita shows
South America Millet Production per Capita was 0.145 Kilogram in 2024, down 32.2% on 2023. South America’s millet production per capita showed a fluctuating but overall improving trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting changes in agricultural output, cultivation patterns, climatic conditions, and variations in millet production across the region.
A 76.4% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2018) is 0.164 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +82.4% in 2019.
Argentina leads the region
Within South America, Argentina has the highest value in 2024 at 0.145 Kilogram.
Country ranking
Millet Production per Capita by country, 2024
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| Rank↕ | Country↕ | Share of top | Kilogram↕ | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 0.145 | −32.2% |
By region
Millet Production per Capita by region
Kilogram, 2024. Each bar is that region's total.
Full series
South America 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 | 0.145 | −32.2% |
| 2023Peak | 0.214 | +2.5% |
| 2022 | 0.209 | −0.5% |
| 2021 | 0.210 | +74.3% |
| 2020 | 0.120 | +30.8% |
| 2019 | 0.0921 | +82.4% |
| 2018 Trough | 0.0505 | −58% |
| 2017 | 0.120 | −23.1% |
| 2016 | 0.156 | +46.6% |
| 2015 | 0.107 | — |
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, this indicator presents country-level and regional millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year within the selected period. It is used to analyse millet output intensity, agricultural productivity, and differences in production levels across countries and regions.
The data includes annual millet production volumes adjusted by population size to calculate per capita production values. It covers millet output from agricultural activities, including production quantities reported for individual countries and regions. Our World in Data compiles the data from Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) agricultural statistics, providing historical time-series information for millet production performance. The indicator includes comparative measurements across countries, regions, and years to evaluate changes in millet cultivation and production capacity.
The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, food availability, and nutritional intake. It does not measure total agricultural productivity, harvested area, yield per hectare, or farming income. The indicator also does not capture post-harvest losses, processing activities, or domestic utilization of millet. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural production estimates, population data updates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices among 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, this indicator presents country-level and regional millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year within the selected period. It is used to analyse millet output intensity, agricultural productivity, and differences in production levels across countries and regions.
According to Our World in Data, regional millet production per capita increased from 106.72 grams in 2015 to 145.09 grams in 2024, indicating an overall improvement in millet production intensity despite considerable year-to-year fluctuations.
During the initial years, production increased to 156.42 grams per capita in 2016 before declining to 120.30 grams in 2017 and reaching the lowest level of the period at 50.48 grams in 2018. This decline reflected variations in annual production performance, agricultural conditions, and changes in millet cultivation levels across the region.
A recovery began in 2019, with millet production per capita rising to 92.05 grams, followed by further growth to 120.40 grams in 2020. Strong expansion continued in 2021, when production reached 209.83 grams per capita, supported mainly by improved millet output from Argentina, which remained the dominant contributor to regional production. Production remained strong in 2022 at 208.77 grams, demonstrating sustained improvement compared with earlier years.
In 2023, South America recorded the highest millet production per capita during the analysed period at 214.02 grams. However, production moderated to 145.09 grams in 2024, while remaining above several earlier years, indicating improved long-term production capacity.
Overall, South America’s millet production per capita increased by approximately 36% between 2015 and 2024, highlighting regional recovery and growth. Argentina played a key role in shaping overall production trends, while other countries contributed smaller shares. The indicator provides valuable insights into agricultural performance, millet cultivation trends, and the impact of production practices, climate conditions, and resource availability across South America.
- Indicator
- Millet 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 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, this indicator presents country-level and regional millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year within the selected period. It is used to analyse millet output intensity, agricultural productivity, and differences in production levels across countries and regions.
What was South America Millet Production per Capita in 2024?
South America Millet Production per Capita was 0.145 Kilogram in 2024, down 32.2% on 2023.
How has South America Millet Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
South America Millet Production per Capita moved from 0.107 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.145 Kilogram in 2024 (+35.9%), an average of +3.5% a year. The series high was 0.214 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 0.0505 Kilogram in 2018.
Which year had the highest and lowest South America Millet Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.214 Kilogram in 2023 and the lowest was 0.0505 Kilogram in 2018.
What does the South America Millet Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual millet production volumes adjusted by population size to calculate per capita production values. It covers millet output from agricultural activities, including production quantities reported for individual countries and regions. Our World in Data compiles the data from Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) agricultural statistics, providing historical time-series information for millet production performance. The indicator includes comparative measurements across countries, regions, and years to evaluate changes in millet cultivation and production capacity. Excluded: The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, food availability, and nutritional intake. It does not measure total agricultural productivity, harvested area, yield per hectare, or farming income. The indicator also does not capture post-harvest losses, processing activities, or domestic utilization of millet. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural production estimates, population data updates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices among countries.
Where does the South America 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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