Lower over the period
Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 197.5 Kilogram in 2015 to 117.3 Kilogram in 2024 (−40.6%), an average of −5.6% a year. The series high was 197.5 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 108.6 Kilogram in 2021.
What Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita was 117.3 Kilogram in 2024, down 0.6% on 2023. Vietnam’s sugarcane production per capita experienced a significant declining trend between 2015 and 2024, reflecting challenges within the domestic sugarcane sector, changing agricultural patterns, and fluctuations in production efficiency.
A 45% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2021) is 88.99 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −27.1% in 2020.
Ranks 18 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Vietnam ranks 18 for 2024, behind Eswatini (4,453 Kilogram) and Belize (4,003 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 237.7 Kilogram, so Vietnam is below it.
Full series
Vietnam Sugarcane 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 | 117.3 | −0.6% |
| 2023 | 118 | +6.1% |
| 2022 | 111.2 | +2.5% |
| 2021 Trough | 108.6 | −7.7% |
| 2020 | 117.6 | −27.1% |
| 2019 | 161.4 | −13.4% |
| 2018 | 186.5 | −3.3% |
| 2017 | 192.9 | +11.1% |
| 2016 | 173.5 | −12.2% |
| 2015Peak | 197.5 | — |
Regional context
How Vietnam compares in Asia
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Vietnam is highlighted.
1Thailand1,150
2India312.3
3Philippines161.4
4Vietnam117.3
5Indonesia112.9
6China71.93
7Taiwan20.44
8Japan9.35
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements.
The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
About this indicator
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
Sugarcane remains an important industrial crop in Vietnam, supporting sugar manufacturing, rural employment, and agricultural value chains, particularly in provinces with suitable tropical and subtropical conditions. According to the dataset, Vietnam’s sugarcane production per capita decreased from 197.55 units in 2015 to 117.28 units in 2024, indicating a substantial reduction over the decade.
During the early period from 2015 to 2017, production showed moderate fluctuations, declining from 197.55 units in 2015 to 173.54 units in 2016 before recovering to 192.87 units in 2017. This recovery reflected improved cultivation conditions and temporary strengthening of agricultural output. However, production began weakening from 2018, declining to 186.47 units, followed by a further reduction to 161.42 units in 2019. The decline was influenced by factors such as changing market conditions, production costs, competition from alternative crops, and challenges affecting sugarcane cultivation.
A sharper decline occurred in 2020, when Vietnam’s sugarcane production per capita dropped to 117.60 units. This reduction reflected continued pressure on the sugar industry, including lower cultivation areas, productivity challenges, and supply chain disruptions. Production declined further to 108.56 units in 2021, representing the lowest level recorded during the period. A slight recovery followed in 2022, with production increasing to 111.24 units, and continued improvement was observed in 2023 when output reached 118.02 units.
In 2024, production per capita remained relatively stable at 117.28 units, indicating a period of stabilization after prolonged decline. Overall, Vietnam’s sugarcane production per capita highlights the restructuring challenges faced by the sugar industry while demonstrating its continued importance in agriculture. The indicator is useful for evaluating crop performance, production sustainability, agricultural transformation, and future opportunities within Vietnam’s sugar sector.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane Production per Capita
- Country
- Vietnam
- Region
- Asia
- 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 Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita?
Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
What was Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2024?
Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita was 117.3 Kilogram in 2024, down 0.6% on 2023.
How has Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 197.5 Kilogram in 2015 to 117.3 Kilogram in 2024 (−40.6%), an average of −5.6% a year. The series high was 197.5 Kilogram in 2015 and the low 108.6 Kilogram in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 197.5 Kilogram in 2015 and the lowest was 108.6 Kilogram in 2021.
What does the Vietnam Sugarcane Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements. Excluded: The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
Where does the Vietnam Sugarcane 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&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Sugar+cane&Metric=Production&per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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