Rising to a series high
Spain Soybean Production per Capita moved from 0.0880 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.228 Kilogram in 2024 (+159.6%), an average of +11.2% a year. The series high was 0.228 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 0.0614 Kilogram in 2016.
What Spain Soybean Production per Capita shows
Spain Soybean Production per Capita was 0.228 Kilogram in 2024, up 42.6% on 2023. Spain’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a highly variable but strongly improving agricultural trend, reflecting changes in crop yields, cultivated area, weather conditions, and domestic production capacity. Soybeans support livestock feed, food processing, vegetable oil production, and the growing market for plant-based protein products.
A 73.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2016) is 0.167 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +102% in 2023.
Ranks 21 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Spain ranks 21 for 2024, behind Argentina (1,055 Kilogram) and Brazil (681.5 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 48.72 Kilogram, so Spain is below it.
Full series
Spain 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 | 0.228 | +42.6% |
| 2023 | 0.160 | +102% |
| 2022 | 0.0792 | −20.7% |
| 2021 | 0.0999 | +3.1% |
| 2020 | 0.0969 | −11.1% |
| 2019 | 0.109 | +18% |
| 2018 | 0.0924 | −5.9% |
| 2017 | 0.0981 | +59.9% |
| 2016 Trough | 0.0614 | −30.2% |
| 2015 | 0.0880 | — |
Regional context
How Spain compares in Europe
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Spain is highlighted.
1Italy18.97
2France5.99
3Germany1.56
4Spain0.228
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.
Based on the available data, soybean production per capita increased substantially from 87.95 grams in 2015 to 228.34 grams in 2024, indicating significant long-term growth despite considerable fluctuations during the period.
Production per capita declined from 87.95 grams in 2015 to 61.38 grams in 2016, the lowest level recorded during the period. However, production recovered strongly to 98.13 grams in 2017 and remained relatively stable at 92.37 grams in 2018. The indicator increased further to 108.99 grams in 2019, reflecting improved production performance and favourable agricultural conditions.
Soybean production per capita declined moderately to 96.90 grams in 2020 before increasing to 99.93 grams in 2021. Production then fell to 79.24 grams in 2022, indicating possible challenges related to adverse weather conditions, lower crop yields, water availability, or changes in harvested area. Despite this decline, the sector demonstrated a strong recovery in the following years.
Production per capita increased sharply to 160.09 grams in 2023 and rose further to 228.34 grams in 2024, the highest level recorded during the period. The 2024 value was more than two and a half times higher than the 2015 level, highlighting substantial improvement in Spain’s domestic soybean production performance.
Overall, the dataset highlights the growing importance and recovery potential of Spain’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
- Spain
- Region
- Europe
- 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 Spain 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 Spain Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
Spain Soybean Production per Capita was 0.228 Kilogram in 2024, up 42.6% on 2023.
How has Spain Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Spain Soybean Production per Capita moved from 0.0880 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.228 Kilogram in 2024 (+159.6%), an average of +11.2% a year. The series high was 0.228 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 0.0614 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Spain Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.228 Kilogram in 2024 and the lowest was 0.0614 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the Spain 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 Spain 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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