Lower over the period
Taiwan Honey Production moved from 11.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 11.22 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−4.3%), an average of −0.5% a year. The series high was 13.26 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the low 2.91 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
What Taiwan Honey Production shows
Taiwan Honey Production was 11.22 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.2% on 2023. Taiwan’s honey production experienced significant fluctuations between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the influence of climatic conditions, seasonal variations, environmental factors, and changes in beekeeping productivity. Honey production began at approximately 11.73 thousand tonnes in 2015 and declined to 7.88 thousand tonnes in 2016.
A 78.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2019) is 10.35 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +188.5% in 2020.
Ranks 18 of 27 countries covered
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, Taiwan ranks 18 for 2024, behind China (444.8 Thousand Tonnes) and India (146 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.6% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Taiwan Honey 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 | 11.22 | +0.2% |
| 2023 | 11.20 | +20% |
| 2022 | 9.33 | −29.6% |
| 2021Peak | 13.26 | +58.1% |
| 2020 | 8.39 | +188.5% |
| 2019 Trough | 2.91 | −71.8% |
| 2018 | 10.30 | +63.2% |
| 2017 | 6.31 | −19.8% |
| 2016 | 7.88 | −32.8% |
| 2015 | 11.73 | — |
Regional context
How Taiwan compares in Asia
Honey Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Taiwan is highlighted.
1China444.8
2India146
3Turkey95.49
4Iran80.25
5South Korea31.22
6Vietnam25.46
7Thailand11.68
8Taiwan11.22
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Honey Production — Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
Honey production includes the total quantity of natural honey obtained from commercial, small-scale, and traditional beekeeping operations. It covers honey harvested from different floral sources and produced through managed honeybee colonies, including output intended for food consumption, industrial use, and commercial markets. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes reported in tonnes or thousand tonnes, reflecting the overall performance of the honey-producing sector within a country or region.
Honey production excludes processed or value-added honey products such as flavored honey, blended honey products, and honey-based food items, as the indicator measures only raw honey output. It does not include honey imports, exports, consumption, retail sales, or market value. Other beekeeping products such as beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis are excluded, along with artificial honey substitutes and production losses occurring during processing, storage, or transportation.
About this indicator
Honey Production — Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
The downward trend continued in 2017, with production decreasing further to 6.31 thousand tonnes, indicating challenges faced by the domestic apiculture sector during this period. However, production showed signs of recovery in 2018, reaching 10.30 thousand tonnes, supported by improved beekeeping conditions and favorable honey harvesting cycles.
Between 2019 and 2024, Taiwan’s honey production continued to demonstrate an uneven but gradually recovering trend. Production declined sharply to 2.91 thousand tonnes in 2019, representing the lowest output during the observed period. However, the sector gradually regained momentum, with production increasing to 8.39 thousand tonnes in 2020 and further rising to 13.26 thousand tonnes in 2021, marking the highest production level recorded during the decade. In the following years, production fluctuated but remained relatively stable, reaching approximately 9.33 thousand tonnes in 2022, 11.20 thousand tonnes in 2023, and 11.22 thousand tonnes in 2024.
Taiwan’s honey industry is supported by diverse flowering plants, seasonal honey production cycles, and a combination of commercial and small-scale beekeeping activities. The country produces various types of honey from different floral sources, contributing to domestic consumption and specialty honey markets. However, limited agricultural land, weather variability, and environmental challenges can significantly impact annual production levels.
From a macro indicator perspective, Taiwan’s honey production reflects a sector characterized by periodic fluctuations rather than consistent linear growth. Despite production volatility, the recovery observed after 2019 highlights the resilience of the apiculture industry and the ability of beekeepers to adapt to changing conditions. Future growth opportunities will depend on sustainable bee management, protection of pollinator resources, technological improvements, and strategies to enhance production stability.
- Indicator
- Honey 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 Honey Production?
Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities. It represents the total output of honey collected by beekeepers during a specific period and is used as a macro indicator to assess the scale, productivity, and performance of the apiculture sector. The indicator measures honey production volumes across countries and regions, helping analyze long-term production trends, agricultural contributions, and developments within the global honey industry.
What was Taiwan Honey Production in 2024?
Taiwan Honey Production was 11.22 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.2% on 2023.
How has Taiwan Honey Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Taiwan Honey Production moved from 11.73 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 11.22 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−4.3%), an average of −0.5% a year. The series high was 13.26 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the low 2.91 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
Which year had the highest and lowest Taiwan Honey Production?
The highest value was 13.26 Thousand Tonnes in 2021 and the lowest was 2.91 Thousand Tonnes in 2019.
What does the Taiwan Honey Production data include and exclude?
Included: Honey production includes the total quantity of natural honey obtained from commercial, small-scale, and traditional beekeeping operations. It covers honey harvested from different floral sources and produced through managed honeybee colonies, including output intended for food consumption, industrial use, and commercial markets. The indicator accounts for annual production volumes reported in tonnes or thousand tonnes, reflecting the overall performance of the honey-producing sector within a country or region. Excluded: Honey production excludes processed or value-added honey products such as flavored honey, blended honey products, and honey-based food items, as the indicator measures only raw honey output. It does not include honey imports, exports, consumption, retail sales, or market value. Other beekeeping products such as beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis are excluded, along with artificial honey substitutes and production losses occurring during processing, storage, or transportation.
Where does the Taiwan Honey Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?pickerSort=asc&pickerMetric=entityName&Food=Honey&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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