Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes.
Thailand Wheat Production was 0.00132 Million Tonnes in 2024, down 0.1% on 2023. Thailand's wheat production remained highly stable but limited between 2015 and 2024 due to climatic conditions, agricultural land allocation, and the country's focus on other major crops such as rice and cassava. Wheat cultivation in Thailand is relatively small because tropical climatic conditions are less suitable for large-scale wheat farming compared with temperate regions.
Thailand Wheat Production moved from 0.00127 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 0.00132 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+4.3%), an average of +0.5% a year. The series high was 0.00135 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the low 0.00127 Million Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2015) is 0.0000849 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +3.6% in 2017.
Among the 27 countries in this dataset, Thailand ranks 27 for 2024, behind China (140.1 Million Tonnes) and India (113.3 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 0% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million Tonnes.
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| Year | Million Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.00132 | −0.1% |
| 2023 | 0.00132 | 0% |
| 2022 | 0.00132 | +0.3% |
| 2021 | 0.00132 | −0.6% |
| 2020 | 0.00133 | +0.4% |
| 2019 | 0.00132 | +1% |
| 2018 | 0.00131 | −3.2% |
| 2017Peak | 0.00135 | +3.6% |
| 2016 | 0.00130 | +3% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.00127 | — |
Regional context
Wheat Production by country, 2024, Million Tonnes. Thailand is highlighted.
Data definition
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology.
Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
Wheat Production — Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Production remained within a narrow range throughout the period, increasing slightly from approximately 1.27 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 1.30 thousand tonnes in 2016. Output continued to show minimal variation, reaching 1.35 thousand tonnes in 2017 before stabilizing between 1.31 thousand tonnes and 1.33 thousand tonnes during 2018–2024. The highest production level was recorded in 2017, while output in 2024 remained almost unchanged at approximately 1.32 thousand tonnes. Thailand's wheat sector is primarily focused on maintaining limited domestic cultivation rather than large-scale expansion. Agricultural research, improved farming techniques, and crop diversification initiatives have supported small-scale wheat production in suitable regions. However, challenges including tropical weather conditions, limited cultivation areas, and competition from more profitable crops restrict the growth potential of domestic wheat production. Thailand relies significantly on wheat imports to meet demand from food processing industries, including flour, bakery, and noodle production. Despite limited output, wheat remains an important agricultural commodity due to its role in food manufacturing and consumer demand. Future improvements in Thailand's wheat production will depend on research into climate-adapted varieties, efficient farming methods, and sustainable agricultural practices. While the country is unlikely to become a major wheat producer, technological improvements and targeted cultivation strategies may help enhance productivity within suitable agricultural regions.
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Wheat production refers to the total quantity of wheat harvested from agricultural activities within a country or region over a specific period, generally measured in tonnes. This macro indicator represents the annual output of wheat cultivation, reflecting changes in farming practices, cultivated area, crop yields, weather conditions, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The indicator tracks the volume of wheat produced globally to evaluate production trends, regional performance, and the overall development of the wheat industry.
Thailand Wheat Production was 0.00132 Million Tonnes in 2024, down 0.1% on 2023.
Thailand Wheat Production moved from 0.00127 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 0.00132 Million Tonnes in 2024 (+4.3%), an average of +0.5% a year. The series high was 0.00135 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the low 0.00127 Million Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 0.00135 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 0.00127 Million Tonnes in 2015.
Included: Wheat production includes the total harvested output of wheat crops grown for food, animal feed, and industrial uses. It covers all varieties and types of wheat cultivated through commercial farming and agricultural practices, including wheat produced by small-scale farmers and large-scale agricultural operations. The indicator includes annual wheat harvest volumes across different countries and regions, capturing variations caused by changes in cultivation area, yield improvements, irrigation, climate conditions, and advancements in farming technology. Excluded: Wheat production excludes processed wheat products such as flour, bakery products, pasta, and other wheat-based food items. It does not include wheat imports, exports, trade volumes, storage inventories, or consumption levels. The indicator also excludes other cereal crops such as rice, maize, barley, and oats, as well as post-harvest processing activities and value-added products derived from wheat. Only the primary agricultural production of harvested wheat is considered within this macro indicator.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Wheat&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Million Tonnes.
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