Lower over the period
U.S. Millet Production per Capita moved from 0.985 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.923 Kilogram in 2024 (−6.2%), an average of −0.7% a year. The series high was 1.29 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 0.608 Kilogram in 2022.
What U.S. Millet Production per Capita shows
U.S. Millet Production per Capita was 0.923 Kilogram in 2024, down 28.6% on 2023. U.S. millet production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a fluctuating yet resilient production trend, reflecting changes in harvested area, weather conditions, and annual agricultural productivity. Validated Our World in Data data shows millet production per capita decreased from 984.65 grams in 2015 to 923.21 grams in 2024.
A 52.9% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2022) is 0.684 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +112.5% in 2023.
Ranks 10 of 17 countries covered
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, U.S. ranks 10 for 2024, behind Niger (141.9 Kilogram) and Mali (81.09 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 3.78 Kilogram, so U.S. is below it.
Full series
U.S. Millet Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.923 | −28.6% |
| 2023Peak | 1.29 | +112.5% |
| 2022 Trough | 0.608 | −40.7% |
| 2021 | 1.03 | +60.3% |
| 2020 | 0.640 | −42.6% |
| 2019 | 1.12 | +42.1% |
| 2018 | 0.785 | −22.8% |
| 2017 | 1.02 | −2.1% |
| 2016 | 1.04 | +5.4% |
| 2015 | 0.985 | — |
Regional context
How U.S. compares across countries
Millet Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. U.S. is highlighted.
1Niger141.9
2Mali81.09
3Burkina Faso39.54
4Sudan15.72
5India8.70
6Ethiopia8.52
7Nigeria6.66
10U.S.0.923
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Millet Production per Capita — Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
The data includes annual millet production volumes converted into per capita values based on national population estimates. It covers millet output from agricultural production systems, including different millet varieties classified within global food production statistics. Our World in Data compiles the indicator using data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), providing historical time-series information for countries and regions. The indicator includes country-level production measurements and allows comparisons of millet production performance across different geographic areas and time periods.
The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, stock levels, prices, and trade-related activities. It does not measure nutritional intake, food availability, processing losses, or domestic usage patterns. The indicator also does not represent total agricultural productivity or overall cereal production performance, as it focuses only on millet production per person. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural statistics, population estimates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices between countries.
About this indicator
Millet Production per Capita — Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
Production remained relatively stable during the early years, rising to 1,038.25 grams in 2016 before easing slightly to 1,016.48 grams in 2017. A sharper decline followed in 2018, when production fell to 784.85 grams, reflecting lower yields and year-to-year variations in millet cultivation across producing regions.
Production recovered strongly in 2019, reaching 1,115.07 grams per capita, supported by favourable growing conditions and improved agricultural productivity. However, output dropped significantly to 639.62 grams in 2020 as adverse weather conditions, production variability, and pandemic-related disruptions affected crop performance. Millet production rebounded to 1,025.57 grams in 2021 but declined again to 608.14 grams in 2022, indicating continued fluctuations in harvest volumes and cultivated acreage. These movements highlight the sensitivity of millet production to climatic factors and annual farming conditions despite the crop's adaptability.
Production recorded highest level during the study period at 1,292.34 grams in 2023, driven by stronger harvests, favourable weather, and improved yields across key production areas. In 2024, production moderated to 923.21 grams, suggesting a return to more typical output levels following the exceptional performance of the previous year. Despite notable annual fluctuations, the long-term trend indicates that millet production remained resilient and capable of recovering from temporary production setbacks.
Overall, the dataset highlights the resilience of U.S. millet production per capita and its importance in understanding changing agricultural performance over time. It is valuable for analysing long-term production trends, benchmarking agricultural productivity, forecasting future millet output, and evaluating the influence of climatic conditions, cultivation practices, and crop management on millet production in the United States.
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- Indicator
- Millet Production per Capita
- Country
- U.S.
- Region
- North America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is U.S. Millet Production per Capita?
Millet production per capita refers to the annual production quantity of millet divided by the total population of a country, measured in grams or kilograms per person. In Our World in Data, the indicator presents country-level millet production trends over time, with values reported for each year in the selected period. The dataset provides a comparative view of millet output relative to population size, helping analyse agricultural productivity, production intensity, and changes in millet cultivation across countries.
What was U.S. Millet Production per Capita in 2024?
U.S. Millet Production per Capita was 0.923 Kilogram in 2024, down 28.6% on 2023.
How has U.S. Millet Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
U.S. Millet Production per Capita moved from 0.985 Kilogram in 2015 to 0.923 Kilogram in 2024 (−6.2%), an average of −0.7% a year. The series high was 1.29 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 0.608 Kilogram in 2022.
Which year had the highest and lowest U.S. Millet Production per Capita?
The highest value was 1.29 Kilogram in 2023 and the lowest was 0.608 Kilogram in 2022.
What does the U.S. Millet Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes annual millet production volumes converted into per capita values based on national population estimates. It covers millet output from agricultural production systems, including different millet varieties classified within global food production statistics. Our World in Data compiles the indicator using data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), providing historical time-series information for countries and regions. The indicator includes country-level production measurements and allows comparisons of millet production performance across different geographic areas and time periods. Excluded: The data excludes millet consumption, imports, exports, stock levels, prices, and trade-related activities. It does not measure nutritional intake, food availability, processing losses, or domestic usage patterns. The indicator also does not represent total agricultural productivity or overall cereal production performance, as it focuses only on millet production per person. Differences may occur due to revisions in agricultural statistics, population estimates, reporting methodologies, and variations in data collection practices between countries.
Where does the U.S. Millet 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..2024&Food=Millet&Metric=Production&per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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