Rising to a series high
Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 0.00666 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.0235 Kilogram in 2017 (+252.2%), an average of +87.7% a year. The series high was 0.0235 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 0.00666 Kilogram in 2015.
What Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita was 0.0235 Kilogram in 2017, up 128.5% on 2016. Spain’s sugarcane production per capita remained at a very low level between 2015 and 2017, reflecting the limited presence of commercial sugarcane cultivation within the country’s agricultural structure. Unlike tropical and subtropical sugarcane-producing economies, Spain’s agricultural sector is primarily focused on crops better suited to Mediterranean climatic conditions.
A 71.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2015) is 0.0168 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +128.5% in 2017.
Ranks 27 of 27 countries covered
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, Spain ranks 27 for 2017, behind Eswatini (4,847 Kilogram) and Belize (4,476 Kilogram). The global figure for 2017 is 240.4 Kilogram, so Spain is below it.
Full series
Spain Sugarcane 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2017Peak | 0.0235 | +128.5% |
| 2016 | 0.0103 | +54.1% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.00666 | — |
Regional context
How Spain compares across countries
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2017, Kilogram. Spain is highlighted.
1Eswatini4,847
2Belize4,476
3Brazil3,706
4Mauritius2,877
5Guyana2,419
6Fiji1,775
7Guatemala1,566
27Spain0.0235
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements.
The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
About this indicator
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
According to the available dataset, sugarcane production per capita increased from 6.66 units in 2015 to 10.27 units in 2016 before reaching 23.47 units in 2017, indicating a short-term improvement in production performance during the observed period.
During 2015, Spain recorded limited sugarcane production per capita at 6.66 units, highlighting the crop’s relatively minor role compared with other agricultural commodities. A moderate increase occurred in 2016, when production rose to 10.27 units, followed by a significant improvement in 2017, reaching 23.47 units. This increase suggests enhanced production activity, improved yield conditions, or changes in cultivated areas during the period. However, the available data indicates that the recorded production series is limited to 2015–2017, preventing a complete assessment of long-term trends through 2024.
The limited scale of sugarcane cultivation in Spain is influenced by climatic suitability, land availability, and competition from alternative agricultural activities. Sugar production in the country has historically relied more heavily on sugar beet cultivation rather than sugarcane, making sugarcane a niche agricultural product. Therefore, variations in per capita production values may reflect changes from a very small production base rather than major shifts in the national agricultural economy.
Overall, Spain’s sugarcane production per capita highlights the limited but measurable contribution of sugarcane within its agricultural landscape. The indicator is useful for understanding crop diversification, evaluating regional agricultural patterns, and comparing production structures across countries. Although sugarcane does not represent a major agricultural sector in Spain, monitoring its production trends provides insights into agricultural adaptation, resource allocation, and changes in specialized crop cultivation.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane Production per Capita
- Country
- Spain
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2017, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita?
Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
What was Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2017?
Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita was 0.0235 Kilogram in 2017, up 128.5% on 2016.
How has Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2017?
Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 0.00666 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.0235 Kilogram in 2017 (+252.2%), an average of +87.7% a year. The series high was 0.0235 Kilogram in 2017 and the low 0.00666 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.0235 Kilogram in 2017 and the lowest was 0.00666 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the Spain Sugarcane Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements. Excluded: The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
Where does the Spain Sugarcane 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&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Sugar+cane&Metric=Production&per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2017 and is reported in Kilogram.
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