Fibre crop production refers to the annual agricultural production output of crops primarily cultivated for obtaining natural fibres used in textiles, ropes, paper, and other industrial applications.
Taiwan Fibre Crop Production was 0.364 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 1.5% on 2023. Taiwan’s fibre crop production indicator represents the annual agricultural production output of crops cultivated for natural fibre extraction and related industrial applications. The indicator measures the quantity of fibre crops produced within Taiwan, including plant-based fibres used for textile applications, traditional manufacturing, and other industrial purposes.
Taiwan Fibre Crop Production moved from 0.392 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.364 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−7%), an average of −0.8% a year. The series high was 0.392 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 0.364 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2020) is 0.0280 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −4.8% in 2019.
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, Taiwan ranks 15 for 2024, behind Brazil (102.6 Thousand Tonnes) and Vietnam (96.42 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.1% 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 | 0.364 | −1.5% |
| 2023 | 0.370 | −1.4% |
| 2022 | 0.375 | +1.5% |
| 2021 | 0.370 | +1.6% |
| 2020 Trough | 0.364 | −0.8% |
| 2019 | 0.366 | −4.8% |
| 2018 | 0.385 | +0.2% |
| 2017 | 0.384 | +1.1% |
| 2016 | 0.380 | −3% |
| 2015Peak | 0.392 | — |
Regional context
Fibre Crop Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Taiwan is highlighted.
Data definition
Fibre Crop Production — Fibre crop production refers to the annual agricultural production output of crops primarily cultivated for obtaining natural fibres used in textiles, ropes, paper, and other industrial applications. The indicator measures the quantity of fibre crops produced within a country or region over a specified period, reported in tonnes or metric tons. It includes major fibre-producing crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and other plant-based fibres, with production statistics reflecting agricultural cultivation, harvesting, and output levels. The data represents country-level production trends and is compiled from international agricultural databases, including FAO and national agricultural reporting systems where available.
The indicator includes the production volume of agricultural fibre crops grown for commercial, industrial, and domestic fibre extraction purposes. It covers harvested quantities of natural fibre crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, kenaf, and other similar crops classified under fibre crop production. The data includes production from both large-scale commercial farming and smallholder agricultural systems, capturing annual output changes, cultivation patterns, and regional variations in fibre crop supply.
The indicator excludes synthetic fibres derived from petrochemical or industrial processes, processed textile products, yarns, fabrics, and other manufactured fibre-based goods. It does not include fibre crops grown solely for non-fibre purposes, agricultural residues, waste materials, or secondary fibre recovery from recycled sources. The data also excludes downstream processing activities such as spinning, weaving, textile manufacturing, and trade activities, focusing only on primary agricultural production of fibre crops.
Fibre Crop Production — Fibre crop production refers to the annual agricultural production output of crops primarily cultivated for obtaining natural fibres used in textiles, ropes, paper, and other industrial applications. The indicator measures the quantity of fibre crops produced within a country or region over a specified period, reported in tonnes or metric tons. It includes major fibre-producing crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and other plant-based fibres, with production statistics reflecting agricultural cultivation, harvesting, and output levels. The data represents country-level production trends and is compiled from international agricultural databases, including FAO and national agricultural reporting systems where available.
It provides insights into the country’s agricultural production capacity, cultivation trends, and contribution to natural fibre availability.
From 2015 to 2024, Taiwan’s fibre crop production remained relatively consistent, reflecting a stable but limited agricultural fibre sector. Due to Taiwan’s highly developed industrial economy and limited agricultural land availability, fibre crop cultivation represents a smaller segment of overall agricultural activity compared with other Asian producers. However, continued production reflects ongoing agricultural practices, resource management, and demand for specific natural fibre applications.
The indicator includes harvested production volumes from agricultural areas where fibre crops are cultivated for commercial, industrial, or domestic fibre extraction purposes. It covers production generated through both organized farming activities and smaller agricultural operations. The data helps evaluate production patterns, annual changes, and the role of fibre crops within Taiwan’s agricultural landscape.
The indicator excludes synthetic fibre manufacturing, processed textile materials, yarn, fabrics, and finished fibre-based products. It also excludes fibre recovery from recycled materials and agricultural residues that are not directly harvested for fibre production. Downstream activities such as textile manufacturing, trade, and industrial processing are outside the scope of this indicator.
By focusing on primary fibre crop production, the indicator provides a clear understanding of Taiwan’s natural fibre agricultural output and supports analysis of regional agricultural trends, resource utilization, and the changing role of fibre crops in modern economies.
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Fibre crop production refers to the annual agricultural production output of crops primarily cultivated for obtaining natural fibres used in textiles, ropes, paper, and other industrial applications. The indicator measures the quantity of fibre crops produced within a country or region over a specified period, reported in tonnes or metric tons. It includes major fibre-producing crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and other plant-based fibres, with production statistics reflecting agricultural cultivation, harvesting, and output levels. The data represents country-level production trends and is compiled from international agricultural databases, including FAO and national agricultural reporting systems where available.
Taiwan Fibre Crop Production was 0.364 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 1.5% on 2023.
Taiwan Fibre Crop Production moved from 0.392 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.364 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−7%), an average of −0.8% a year. The series high was 0.392 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 0.364 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The highest value was 0.392 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the lowest was 0.364 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
Included: The indicator includes the production volume of agricultural fibre crops grown for commercial, industrial, and domestic fibre extraction purposes. It covers harvested quantities of natural fibre crops such as cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, kenaf, and other similar crops classified under fibre crop production. The data includes production from both large-scale commercial farming and smallholder agricultural systems, capturing annual output changes, cultivation patterns, and regional variations in fibre crop supply. Excluded: The indicator excludes synthetic fibres derived from petrochemical or industrial processes, processed textile products, yarns, fabrics, and other manufactured fibre-based goods. It does not include fibre crops grown solely for non-fibre purposes, agricultural residues, waste materials, or secondary fibre recovery from recycled sources. The data also excludes downstream processing activities such as spinning, weaving, textile manufacturing, and trade activities, focusing only on primary agricultural production of fibre crops.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&country=USA~DEU~GBR~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Fibre+crops&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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