Falling to a series low
Thailand Silk Production per capita moved from 9.89 Gram in 2015 to 4.06 Gram in 2023 (−59%), an average of −10.5% a year. The series high was 10.05 Gram in 2016 and the low 4.06 Gram in 2023.
What Thailand Silk Production per capita shows
Thailand Silk Production per capita was 4.06 Gram in 2023, down 33.1% on 2022. Thailand Silk Production per capita was 4.06 Gram in 2023, down 33.1% on 2022. Thailand Silk Production per capita moved from 9.89 Gram in 2015 to 4.06 Gram in 2023 (−59%), an average of −10.5% a year.
A 59.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2023) is 5.99 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −33.1% in 2023.
Ranks 6 of 18 countries covered
Among the 18 countries in this dataset, Thailand ranks 6 for 2023, behind China (35.15 Gram) and India (27.06 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 11.62 Gram, so Thailand is below it.
Full series
Thailand Silk Production per capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
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| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 4.06 | −33.1% |
| 2022 | 6.06 | −13.5% |
| 2021 | 7.01 | −3.4% |
| 2020 | 7.26 | −25.8% |
| 2019 | 9.79 | +2.7% |
| 2018 | 9.53 | −0.3% |
| 2017 | 9.56 | −4.9% |
| 2016Peak | 10.05 | +1.5% |
| 2015 | 9.89 | — |
Regional context
How Thailand compares in Asia
Silk Production per capita by country, 2023, Gram. Thailand is highlighted.
1China35.15
2India27.06
3Tajikistan16.52
4Vietnam14.43
5Kyrgyzstan6.78
6Thailand4.06
7Iran3.05
8Cambodia1.44
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems.
The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
About this indicator
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
The series high was 10.05 Gram in 2016 and the low 4.06 Gram in 2023. The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2023) is 5.99 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −33.1% in 2023. Among the 18 countries in this dataset, Thailand ranks 6 for 2023, behind China (35.15 Gram) and India (27.06 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 11.62 Gram, so Thailand is below it.
Thailand’s silk production per capita from 2015 to 2023 shows a gradual declining trend, reflecting changes in the country’s sericulture sector and agricultural production patterns. The data indicates that silk production decreased from 9.89 grams per person in 2015 to 4.06 grams per person in 2023. This reduction highlights the challenges faced by Thailand’s silk industry, including changing farming practices, market conditions, production limitations, and shifts in agricultural priorities.
Thailand has a long-established tradition of silk production, particularly through rural communities involved in mulberry cultivation, silkworm farming, and handwoven silk production. Thai silk is internationally recognised for its quality, craftsmanship, and cultural value. The industry provides income opportunities for farmers and supports traditional textile production, especially in rural regions where silk farming has been passed through generations.
However, several factors have influenced the decline in per capita silk production, including competition from other agricultural activities, rising production costs, changing labour availability, and increased competition from major silk-producing countries. Modernisation of agriculture and changing consumer preferences have also affected the scale of traditional silk production.
The 2015–2023 silk production per capita data provides important insights into Thailand’s agricultural transformation and the challenges faced by traditional industries. Analysing these trends helps understand the sustainability of the silk sector, the importance of preserving cultural agricultural practices, and opportunities for improving productivity and supporting rural livelihoods in the future.
- Indicator
- Silk Production per capita
- Country
- Thailand
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Thailand Silk Production per capita?
Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
What was Thailand Silk Production per capita in 2023?
Thailand Silk Production per capita was 4.06 Gram in 2023, down 33.1% on 2022.
How has Thailand Silk Production per capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Thailand Silk Production per capita moved from 9.89 Gram in 2015 to 4.06 Gram in 2023 (−59%), an average of −10.5% a year. The series high was 10.05 Gram in 2016 and the low 4.06 Gram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Thailand Silk Production per capita?
The highest value was 10.05 Gram in 2016 and the lowest was 4.06 Gram in 2023.
What does the Thailand Silk Production per capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems. Excluded: The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
Where does the Thailand Silk 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..2023&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Silk&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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