Rising to a series high
South Korea Soybean Production per Capita moved from 2.03 Kilogram in 2015 to 3.00 Kilogram in 2024 (+47.6%), an average of +4.4% a year. The series high was 3.00 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 1.47 Kilogram in 2016.
What South Korea Soybean Production per Capita shows
South Korea Soybean Production per Capita was 3.00 Kilogram in 2024, up 9.6% on 2023. South Korea’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a fluctuating but strongly improving agricultural trend, reflecting changes in crop yields, cultivated area, weather conditions, and domestic production capacity.
A 50.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2016) is 1.53 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +36.9% in 2021.
Ranks 12 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, South Korea ranks 12 for 2024, behind Argentina (1,055 Kilogram) and Brazil (681.5 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 48.72 Kilogram, so South Korea is below it.
Full series
South Korea Soybean 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 3.00 | +9.6% |
| 2023 | 2.73 | +9% |
| 2022 | 2.51 | +17.4% |
| 2021 | 2.14 | +36.9% |
| 2020 | 1.56 | −23.3% |
| 2019 | 2.03 | +17.5% |
| 2018 | 1.73 | +4.1% |
| 2017 | 1.66 | +13.1% |
| 2016 Trough | 1.47 | −27.6% |
| 2015 | 2.03 | — |
Regional context
How South Korea compares in Asia
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. South Korea is highlighted.
1China14.55
2India10.43
3South Korea3.00
4Turkey2.06
5Japan2.04
6Indonesia0.802
7Vietnam0.457
8Thailand0.228
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends.
The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
About this indicator
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
Soybeans are an important agricultural commodity in South Korea, supporting traditional food products, livestock feed, food processing, vegetable oil production, and the growing demand for plant-based protein. Based on the available data, soybean production per capita increased from 2.03 kilograms in 2015 to 3.00 kilograms in 2024, indicating substantial overall growth despite several periods of decline and recovery.
Production per capita declined significantly from 2.03 kilograms in 2015 to 1.47 kilograms in 2016, the lowest level recorded during the period. However, the indicator recovered to 1.66 kilograms in 2017 and increased further to 1.73 kilograms in 2018. Production reached 2.03 kilograms in 2019, returning to the level recorded in 2015 and indicating improved domestic output.
A decline occurred in 2020, when soybean production per capita fell to 1.56 kilograms. This reduction may have been influenced by weather variability, changes in crop yields, shifts in harvested area, or other agricultural production constraints. Production recovered strongly to 2.14 kilograms in 2021 and increased further to 2.51 kilograms in 2022, reflecting continued improvement in soybean cultivation and production performance.
The upward trend continued in 2023, when soybean production per capita reached 2.73 kilograms. In 2024, production increased further to 3.00 kilograms, the highest level recorded during the period. The latest value was approximately 48% higher than the 2015 level, highlighting the significant expansion of South Korea’s domestic soybean production capacity.
Overall, the dataset highlights the growth and increasing importance of South Korea’s soybean sector. It is useful for analysing agricultural production trends, monitoring per capita output, assessing year-to-year performance, supporting market forecasting, and evaluating the influence of climate, productivity, cultivation patterns, and domestic demand on soybean production.
- Indicator
- Soybean Production per Capita
- Country
- South Korea
- Region
- Asia
- 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 Korea Soybean Production per Capita?
Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
What was South Korea Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
South Korea Soybean Production per Capita was 3.00 Kilogram in 2024, up 9.6% on 2023.
How has South Korea Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
South Korea Soybean Production per Capita moved from 2.03 Kilogram in 2015 to 3.00 Kilogram in 2024 (+47.6%), an average of +4.4% a year. The series high was 3.00 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 1.47 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest South Korea Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 3.00 Kilogram in 2024 and the lowest was 1.47 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the South Korea Soybean Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends. Excluded: The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
Where does the South Korea Soybean 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=Soybeans&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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