Higher over the period
Taiwan Soybean Production per Capita moved from 0.116 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.215 Kilogram in 2024 (+86%), an average of +7.1% a year. The series high was 0.255 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 0.116 Kilogram in 2015.
What Taiwan Soybean Production per Capita shows
Taiwan Soybean Production per Capita was 0.215 Kilogram in 2024, down 15.7% on 2023. Taiwan’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a generally positive but fluctuating agricultural trend, reflecting changes in domestic cultivation, crop yields, weather conditions, and production capacity. Soybeans are an important agricultural commodity, supporting food processing, traditional soy-based products, vegetable oil production, livestock feed, and plant-based protein industries.
A 54.7% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 0.140 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +52.4% in 2017.
Ranks 23 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Taiwan ranks 23 for 2024, behind Argentina (1,055 Kilogram) and Brazil (681.5 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 48.72 Kilogram, so Taiwan is below it.
Full series
Taiwan 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.215 | −15.7% |
| 2023Peak | 0.255 | +10.2% |
| 2022 | 0.232 | +30.2% |
| 2021 | 0.178 | −5.3% |
| 2020 | 0.188 | −6.8% |
| 2019 | 0.202 | +8.4% |
| 2018 | 0.186 | −5.9% |
| 2017 | 0.198 | +52.4% |
| 2016 | 0.130 | +12.1% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.116 | — |
Regional context
How Taiwan compares in Asia
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Taiwan is highlighted.
1China14.55
2India10.43
3South Korea3.00
4Turkey2.06
5Japan2.04
6Indonesia0.802
7Vietnam0.457
9Taiwan0.215
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 from 115.81 grams in 2015 to 215.39 grams in 2024, indicating substantial overall growth despite several periods of decline and recovery.
Production per capita increased from 115.81 grams in 2015 to 129.78 grams in 2016 and rose sharply to 197.77 grams in 2017. The indicator declined moderately to 186.14 grams in 2018 before increasing to 201.74 grams in 2019, reflecting continued improvement in domestic soybean production. Production then decreased to 187.94 grams in 2020 and fell further to 178.03 grams in 2021, indicating temporary pressure on agricultural output.
A strong recovery followed in 2022, when soybean production per capita increased to 231.85 grams. Production rose further to 255.39 grams in 2023, the highest level recorded during the period. This improvement may have been supported by favourable growing conditions, improved crop productivity, stronger cultivation practices, or increased domestic production efforts.
In 2024, soybean production per capita declined to 215.39 grams. Although the latest value was below the 2023 peak, it remained substantially higher than the 2015 level and demonstrated continued growth in domestic production capacity over the longer term.
Overall, the dataset highlights the expanding importance and improving performance of Taiwan’s soybean sector. It is valuable for analysing agricultural production trends, monitoring per capita output, assessing year-to-year changes, supporting market forecasting, and evaluating the influence of climate conditions, productivity, cultivation patterns, and domestic demand on soybean production.
- Indicator
- Soybean Production per Capita
- Country
- Taiwan
- Region
- Asia
- 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 Taiwan 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 Taiwan Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
Taiwan Soybean Production per Capita was 0.215 Kilogram in 2024, down 15.7% on 2023.
How has Taiwan Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Taiwan Soybean Production per Capita moved from 0.116 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.215 Kilogram in 2024 (+86%), an average of +7.1% a year. The series high was 0.255 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 0.116 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Taiwan Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 0.255 Kilogram in 2023 and the lowest was 0.116 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the Taiwan 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 Taiwan 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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