Higher over the period
UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 97.89 Gram in 2015 to 173.3 Gram in 2023 (+77%), an average of +7.4% a year. The series high was 212.7 Gram in 2022 and the low 97.89 Gram in 2015.
What UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita shows
UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 173.3 Gram in 2023, down 18.5% on 2022. UK linseed oil production per capita data from 2015 to 2023 provides insights into the country’s agricultural production trends, linseed oil output patterns, and changes in production levels relative to population size.
A 54% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2015) is 114.8 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was +58.1% in 2022.
Ranks 9 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, UK ranks 9 for 2023, behind Belgium (10,681 Gram) and Germany (384.4 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 96.52 Gram, so UK is above it.
Full series
UK Linseed Oil 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 | 173.3 | −18.5% |
| 2022Peak | 212.7 | +58.1% |
| 2021 | 134.5 | +14.7% |
| 2020 | 117.3 | −18% |
| 2019 | 143 | +3.8% |
| 2018 | 137.8 | +3.9% |
| 2017 | 132.6 | +18.1% |
| 2016 | 112.3 | +14.7% |
| 2015 Trough | 97.89 | — |
Regional context
How UK compares in Europe
Linseed Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Gram. UK is highlighted.
1Belgium10,681
2Germany384.4
3Denmark363.9
4Poland245.1
5UK173.3
6Italy169.7
7France162.6
8Sweden104.3
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons.
The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
About this indicator
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
This indicator measures annual linseed oil production per person, helping assess production intensity and the contribution of linseed-based products within the United Kingdom’s food and agricultural sector.
Between 2015 and 2023, UK linseed oil production per capita experienced fluctuations influenced by factors such as changes in flax cultivation, agricultural practices, crop yields, processing capacity, and market conditions. The variations observed during this period reflect shifts in domestic production performance and the availability of linseed oil within the broader agricultural supply chain.
This dataset supports analysis of the UK’s oilseed production landscape, vegetable oil supply trends, and the role of linseed oil within the food and beverage industry. It provides valuable information for researchers, businesses, policymakers, and agricultural stakeholders evaluating historical production trends and understanding changes in per capita output.
The UK linseed oil production per capita indicator helps compare yearly production performance, evaluate agricultural efficiency, and identify long-term patterns in linseed oil output. By examining data from 2015 to 2023, stakeholders can gain insights into production fluctuations, resource utilization, and the evolving position of linseed oil in the United Kingdom’s agricultural economy.
This macro indicator serves as a reference for studying UK linseed oil production trends, per capita output changes, and oilseed sector developments. It supports data-driven research related to agricultural planning, food industry analysis, supply chain evaluation, and comparative assessments with other global linseed oil-producing countries. The data also helps identify production opportunities, sustainability considerations, and future market trends within the evolving linseed oil industry.
- Indicator
- Linseed Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- UK
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
What was UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 173.3 Gram in 2023, down 18.5% on 2022.
How has UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 97.89 Gram in 2015 to 173.3 Gram in 2023 (+77%), an average of +7.4% a year. The series high was 212.7 Gram in 2022 and the low 97.89 Gram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 212.7 Gram in 2022 and the lowest was 97.89 Gram in 2015.
What does the UK Linseed Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons. Excluded: The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
Where does the UK Linseed Oil 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&Food=Linseed+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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