Lower over the period
Taiwan Tobacco Production moved from 1.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1.39 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−13.1%), an average of −1.6% a year. The series high was 1.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 1.33 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
What Taiwan Tobacco Production shows
Taiwan Tobacco Production was 1.39 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.2% on 2023. Taiwan Tobacco Production from 2015 to 2024 remained relatively stable throughout the decade, although the industry experienced minor fluctuations due to changing agricultural conditions, domestic demand patterns, and structural changes within the tobacco sector.
A 16.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2017) is 0.269 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −14.5% in 2016.
Ranks 28 of 31 countries covered
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Taiwan ranks 28 for 2024, behind China (2,256 Thousand Tonnes) and India (727.2 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Taiwan Tobacco Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
Scroll the table sideways to see all columns.
| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.39 | +0.2% |
| 2023 | 1.39 | +0.2% |
| 2022 | 1.39 | −0.9% |
| 2021 | 1.40 | +1.2% |
| 2020 | 1.38 | +0.2% |
| 2019 | 1.38 | −3.9% |
| 2018 | 1.44 | +7.6% |
| 2017 Trough | 1.34 | −2.6% |
| 2016 | 1.37 | −14.5% |
| 2015Peak | 1.60 | — |
Regional context
How Taiwan compares in Asia
Tobacco Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Taiwan is highlighted.
1China2,256
2India727.2
3Indonesia353.4
4Pakistan185
5Turkey108
6Thailand66.29
7Philippines55.35
11Taiwan1.39
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes.
Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
About this indicator
Tobacco Production — Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
Taiwan recorded tobacco production of 1.604 thousand tonnes in 2015, followed by a decline to 1.371 thousand tonnes in 2016 and 1.335 thousand tonnes in 2017, representing the lowest production level during the initial years of the period. Production recovered in 2018, reaching 1.43667 thousand tonnes, before slightly declining to 1.38089 thousand tonnes in 2019. In 2020, output increased marginally to 1.38419 thousand tonnes, followed by 1.40058 thousand tonnes in 2021. Production remained almost unchanged in 2022 at 1.38855 thousand tonnes, while Taiwan recorded 1.39111 thousand tonnes in 2023 and 1.39341 thousand tonnes in 2024. The overall trend indicates a highly consistent tobacco production system with limited year-to-year variations. Tobacco cultivation in Taiwan has historically been managed through organized agricultural practices, with emphasis on controlled production, quality improvement, and efficient farming methods. However, domestic tobacco farming has gradually reduced in importance due to declining smoking rates, stricter tobacco control policies, higher production costs, and competition from imported tobacco leaves. Many agricultural producers have shifted toward alternative crops that offer better profitability and long-term sustainability. Despite its small production volume compared with major tobacco-producing countries, Taiwan maintains a structured tobacco industry supported by processing, manufacturing, and distribution activities. The stability of production between 2015 and 2024 reflects the country’s focus on maintaining consistent supply rather than expanding cultivation areas. Overall, Taiwan’s tobacco sector represents a specialized agricultural activity that continues to adapt to changing market conditions, regulatory environments, and evolving consumer preferences.
- Indicator
- Tobacco Production
- Country
- Taiwan
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
Cite this dataset
Using this data in a report, paper or presentation? Copy a formatted citation.
Copied
Frequently asked questions
What is Taiwan Tobacco Production?
Tobacco production refers to the total quantity of raw, unmanufactured tobacco leaves harvested from tobacco crops within a country or region during a specific year, generally measured in tonnes. It represents the agricultural output generated through the cultivation, growth, and harvesting of tobacco plants for commercial use. This macro indicator tracks changes in tobacco farming activities, production volumes, cultivation practices, harvested area, and yield performance over time, providing insights into the scale and trends of tobacco crop production across different regions.
What was Taiwan Tobacco Production in 2024?
Taiwan Tobacco Production was 1.39 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 0.2% on 2023.
How has Taiwan Tobacco Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Taiwan Tobacco Production moved from 1.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1.39 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−13.1%), an average of −1.6% a year. The series high was 1.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 1.33 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
Which year had the highest and lowest Taiwan Tobacco Production?
The highest value was 1.60 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the lowest was 1.33 Thousand Tonnes in 2017.
What does the Taiwan Tobacco Production data include and exclude?
Included: Tobacco production includes the annual harvested quantity of raw tobacco leaves from commercially cultivated tobacco plants. It covers major tobacco varieties such as flue-cured, burley, oriental, and other types grown by small-scale farmers and large agricultural producers. The indicator includes tobacco crops produced within national boundaries for use in the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipe tobacco, and other processed tobacco products. It accounts for agricultural activities related to cultivation, harvesting, and primary crop output measured in tonnes. Excluded: Tobacco production excludes processed tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other finished tobacco goods. It does not include tobacco manufacturing, packaging, distribution, retail sales, consumption, imports, or exports of tobacco products. The indicator also excludes synthetic nicotine products, non-tobacco nicotine alternatives, experimental tobacco cultivation, and broader economic measures such as tobacco industry revenue, employment, market value, or trade statistics.
Where does the Taiwan Tobacco Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Tobacco&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
Need more data?
Get in touch with our research team
Need a longer historical series, a custom country set, additional dimensions, or a tailored dataset? Send us your requirement.