Lower over the period
Taiwan Apple Production moved from 1.32 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1.25 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−5.2%), an average of −0.6% a year. The series high was 1.62 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the low 1.04 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
What Taiwan Apple Production shows
Taiwan Apple Production was 1.25 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 5.1% on 2023. Apple production in Taiwan represents an important agricultural indicator that reflects the country’s performance in fruit cultivation, resource allocation, climate conditions, and overall agricultural productivity. The data shows Taiwan’s annual apple production from 2015 to 2024, measured in thousand tonnes, highlighting changes in output levels over the decade.
A 35.7% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2020) is 0.578 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +40.1% in 2021.
Ranks 33 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Taiwan ranks 33 for 2024, behind China (51,285 Thousand Tonnes) and U.S. (4,923 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Taiwan Apple Production by year
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 | 1.25 | +5.1% |
| 2023 | 1.19 | −15.1% |
| 2022 | 1.40 | −4% |
| 2021 | 1.46 | +40.1% |
| 2020 Trough | 1.04 | −11.6% |
| 2019 | 1.18 | −27.2% |
| 2018Peak | 1.62 | +11.6% |
| 2017 | 1.45 | −2.2% |
| 2016 | 1.48 | +12.4% |
| 2015 | 1.32 | — |
Regional context
How Taiwan compares in Asia
Apple Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Taiwan is highlighted.
1China51,285
2Turkey4,420
3India2,626
4Iran2,347
5Uzbekistan1,482
6Pakistan854.4
7Japan658.4
10Taiwan1.25
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.
The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.
About this indicator
Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
During this period, production remained relatively stable but experienced fluctuations due to variations in weather conditions, farming practices, domestic demand, and supply-side factors.
From 2015 onwards, Taiwan’s apple production demonstrated moderate changes, with output ranging between approximately 1.0 and 1.6 thousand tonnes annually. The highest production level was recorded in 2018, reaching around 1.619 thousand tonnes, indicating favourable agricultural conditions and strong productivity during that year. However, production declined in subsequent years, reaching its lowest level of approximately 1.041 thousand tonnes in 2020, which may have been influenced by environmental challenges, climate variability, or disruptions affecting agricultural activities.
After the decline in 2020, apple production showed signs of recovery, increasing to around 1.458 thousand tonnes in 2021 before slightly decreasing in the following years. By 2024, production stood at approximately 1.25 thousand tonnes, suggesting a relatively stable but lower output compared with the peak levels observed earlier in the decade.
As a macroeconomic agricultural indicator, apple production provides insights into Taiwan’s rural economic activity, agricultural resilience, and food supply conditions. Changes in production levels can influence domestic fruit availability, import requirements, farmer income, and agricultural policy decisions. Although Taiwan is not among the world’s largest apple producers, monitoring this indicator helps evaluate the efficiency and sustainability of its agricultural sector. Overall, the trend indicates a stable production environment with periodic fluctuations driven by external and internal agricultural factors.
- Indicator
- Apple Production
- Country
- Taiwan
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Taiwan Apple Production?
Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
What was Taiwan Apple Production in 2024?
Taiwan Apple Production was 1.25 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 5.1% on 2023.
How has Taiwan Apple Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Taiwan Apple Production moved from 1.32 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1.25 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−5.2%), an average of −0.6% a year. The series high was 1.62 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the low 1.04 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
Which year had the highest and lowest Taiwan Apple Production?
The highest value was 1.62 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the lowest was 1.04 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
What does the Taiwan Apple Production data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.
Where does the Taiwan Apple Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Apples&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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