Honey production refers to the annual quantity of natural honey harvested from managed honeybee colonies through beekeeping activities.
Thailand Honey Production was 11.68 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 2.1% on 2023. Thailand’s honey production demonstrated a steady growth trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the expansion of the country’s beekeeping sector, favorable agricultural conditions, and increasing demand for natural honey products. Honey production started at approximately 9.58 thousand tonnes in 2015 and increased gradually over the following years.
Thailand Honey Production moved from 9.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 11.68 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+22%), an average of +2.2% a year. The series high was 11.68 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 9.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 2.10 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +15% in 2017.
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, Thailand ranks 17 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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 11.68 | +2.1% |
| 2023 | 11.44 | +2.6% |
| 2022 | 11.15 | +0.1% |
| 2021 | 11.14 | −0.1% |
| 2020 | 11.16 | +2.8% |
| 2019 | 10.85 | +4.6% |
| 2018 | 10.37 | −9.8% |
| 2017 | 11.50 | +15% |
| 2016 | 10.00 | +4.4% |
| 2015 Trough | 9.58 | — |
Regional context
Honey Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Thailand is highlighted.
Data definition
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.
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.
Output reached 10 thousand tonnes in 2016 and continued rising to 11.50 thousand tonnes in 2017, indicating improvements in honeybee management practices and growing participation in apiculture activities. Production remained strong in 2018 and 2019, recording 10.37 thousand tonnes and 10.85 thousand tonnes, respectively, supported by Thailand’s diverse floral resources and established beekeeping networks.
During the period from 2020 to 2024, Thailand’s honey production maintained a stable upward trajectory with minor fluctuations. Production increased from 11.16 thousand tonnes in 2020 to 11.14 thousand tonnes in 2021, showing consistent output levels despite environmental challenges. The sector continued expanding in the following years, with production reaching 11.15 thousand tonnes in 2022, 11.44 thousand tonnes in 2023, and approximately 11.68 thousand tonnes in 2024. The overall increase from 2015 highlights the gradual strengthening of Thailand’s honey production capacity and the resilience of its apiculture industry.
Thailand’s honey industry benefits from favorable climatic conditions, abundant flowering plants, and diverse agricultural landscapes that support honeybee cultivation. The sector includes both commercial and small-scale beekeeping operations, contributing to rural livelihoods, agricultural sustainability, and pollination services for various crops. The country’s production of different honey varieties also supports domestic consumption and opportunities in international markets.
From a macro indicator perspective, Thailand’s honey production reflects a stable and gradually developing apiculture sector. The increase from 9.58 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 11.68 thousand tonnes in 2024 demonstrates improved production efficiency and sustained industry growth. Future expansion will depend on sustainable beekeeping practices, better disease management, technological adoption, and continued efforts to improve honey quality and market competitiveness.
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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.
Thailand Honey Production was 11.68 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 2.1% on 2023.
Thailand Honey Production moved from 9.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 11.68 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+22%), an average of +2.2% a year. The series high was 11.68 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 9.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 11.68 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 9.58 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
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.
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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