Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content.
Spain Linseed Production was 0.430 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 8.5% on 2023. Spain’s linseed production experienced significant growth and fluctuations between 2015 and 2024, reflecting changes in cultivation activity, agricultural conditions, and market opportunities. Production increased from approximately 9 tonnes in 2015 to 430 tonnes in 2024, indicating substantial expansion from a very small production base.
Spain Linseed Production moved from 0.00900 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.430 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+4677.8%), an average of +53.7% a year. The series high was 0.730 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 0.00900 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2015) is 0.721 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +600% in 2021.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Spain ranks 21 for 2024, behind Kazakhstan (759.6 Thousand Tonnes) and China (280 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.430 | −8.5% |
| 2023 | 0.470 | −35.6% |
| 2022Peak | 0.730 | +108.6% |
| 2021 | 0.350 | +600% |
| 2020 | 0.0500 | +400% |
| 2019 | 0.0100 | −9.1% |
| 2017 | 0.0110 | 0% |
| 2016 | 0.0110 | +22.2% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.00900 | — |
Regional context
Linseed Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Spain is highlighted.
Data definition
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements.
The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
Linseed Production — Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
The upward trend demonstrates growing interest in linseed cultivation as farmers explore alternative crops with potential applications in food, nutrition, and industrial sectors. Spain’s diverse climatic conditions, advanced agricultural practices, and availability of suitable farming regions provide opportunities for cultivating specialty crops such as linseed. The crop contributes to agricultural diversification by supporting the production of edible oils, omega-rich nutritional ingredients, animal feed, and industrial applications. Production variations during the decade were influenced by changes in cultivated area, weather conditions, crop yields, market demand, and economic factors affecting farmer decisions. Increasing consumer demand for healthy food products, plant-based ingredients, and natural oils has supported opportunities for expanding linseed-related markets. However, challenges such as limited production scale, competition from traditional crops, variable profitability, and lower farmer familiarity with linseed cultivation continue to affect wider adoption. Spanish agricultural producers have opportunities to improve productivity through better cultivation techniques, improved seed varieties, and stronger market connections. The development of sustainable farming practices and rising interest in functional food ingredients may further support the growth of the sector. Overall, Spain’s linseed production between 2015 and 2024 reflects a positive growth trajectory from a limited base, highlighting emerging potential within the country’s agricultural landscape. Future expansion will depend on continued investment in cultivation practices, improved supply chains, increased domestic demand, and greater utilization of linseed products across food, health, and industrial applications.
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Linseed production refers to the annual agricultural output of linseed (also known as flaxseed), a crop primarily cultivated for its oil-rich seeds and fibre content. The indicator measures the total quantity of linseed harvested from cultivated areas within a country or region during a specific year. Linseed is an important oilseed crop used in the production of edible oils, industrial oils, animal feed, nutritional products, and various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and bio-based materials. The production data represents the harvested output volume of linseed and is generally measured in tonnes.
Spain Linseed Production was 0.430 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 8.5% on 2023.
Spain Linseed Production moved from 0.00900 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.430 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+4677.8%), an average of +53.7% a year. The series high was 0.730 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 0.00900 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 0.730 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 0.00900 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Included: The Linseed Production indicator includes the total harvested quantity of linseed seeds produced through agricultural cultivation activities. It covers production from commercial farms, smallholder farms, and other agricultural operations growing linseed for food, oil extraction, industrial applications, and other uses. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes generated from cultivated linseed areas, including variations caused by changes in planted area, crop yields, farming practices, climatic conditions, and agricultural productivity improvements. Excluded: The Linseed Production indicator excludes the production of other oilseed crops such as sunflower, soybean, rapeseed, and sesame, as well as flax fibre production from flax plants cultivated specifically for textile applications. It does not include processed linseed products such as linseed oil, flaxseed meal, supplements, or other downstream products derived from linseed. The indicator also excludes imports, exports, trade volumes, consumption levels, and stock changes, focusing only on the quantity of linseed harvested and produced within agricultural boundaries.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Linseed&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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