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.
Thailand Tobacco Production was 66.29 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 0.2% on 2023. Thailand Tobacco Production from 2015 to 2024 demonstrated a stable production pattern, supported by traditional farming systems, suitable agricultural conditions, and continued demand from domestic tobacco processing industries. Thailand recorded tobacco production of 61.086 thousand tonnes in 2015, which increased significantly to 70.76333 thousand tonnes in 2016.
Thailand Tobacco Production moved from 61.09 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 66.29 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+8.5%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 70.76 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 61.09 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2015) is 9.68 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +15.8% in 2016.
Among the 31 countries in this dataset, Thailand ranks 12 for 2024, behind China (2,256 Thousand Tonnes) and India (727.2 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 1.1% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 66.29 | −0.2% |
| 2023 | 66.44 | −0.2% |
| 2022 | 66.59 | +0.2% |
| 2021 | 66.44 | +0.6% |
| 2020 | 66.02 | 0% |
| 2019 | 66.05 | −0.6% |
| 2018 | 66.42 | −2.9% |
| 2017 | 68.38 | −3.4% |
| 2016Peak | 70.76 | +15.8% |
| 2015 Trough | 61.09 | — |
Regional context
Tobacco Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Thailand is highlighted.
Data definition
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.
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.
Production declined slightly in 2017 to 68.38012 thousand tonnes, followed by a further decrease to 66.42394 thousand tonnes in 2018. In 2019, Thailand produced 66.04825 thousand tonnes, while production remained almost unchanged in 2020 at 66.02479 thousand tonnes. Output recovered slightly in 2021, reaching 66.43677 thousand tonnes, followed by 66.59032 thousand tonnes in 2022. Production remained stable in 2023 with 66.4378 thousand tonnes, while 2024 recorded 66.28529 thousand tonnes. The production trend highlights Thailand’s ability to maintain consistent tobacco output despite challenges affecting the global tobacco industry. Tobacco cultivation has traditionally supported rural communities in Thailand, particularly through small and medium-scale farming activities. The country produces tobacco varieties used for cigarette manufacturing and other processed tobacco products. However, the industry has faced increasing pressure from tobacco control regulations, changing consumer behavior, rising cultivation costs, and competition from international suppliers. Farmers have responded by improving cultivation techniques, enhancing leaf quality, and adopting more efficient production methods. Thailand’s tobacco sector operates within a controlled environment where production levels are influenced by government policies and market demand. Although production has not shown significant growth, the sector has maintained stability through effective farming practices and established supply networks. The 2015–2024 production trend indicates that Thailand continues to play an important role in regional tobacco agriculture while gradually adapting to changing economic, regulatory, and consumer conditions.
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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.
Thailand Tobacco Production was 66.29 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, down 0.2% on 2023.
Thailand Tobacco Production moved from 61.09 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 66.29 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+8.5%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 70.76 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the low 61.09 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 70.76 Thousand Tonnes in 2016 and the lowest was 61.09 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
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.
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.
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