Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period.
Zambia Beeswax Production was 0.0366 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 1.4% on 2023. Zambia Beeswax Production from 2015 to 2024 highlights production trends, output growth, beekeeping development, and insights into the country’s beeswax industry. Beeswax production in Zambia represents the annual output of beeswax harvested from honeybee colonies through apiculture activities and is measured in tonnes.
Zambia Beeswax Production moved from 0.0315 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.0366 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+16.2%), an average of +1.7% a year. The series high was 0.0366 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 0.0315 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 0.00511 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +9.2% in 2016.
Among the 23 countries in this dataset, Zambia ranks 23 for 2024, behind India (24.52 Thousand Tonnes) and Ethiopia (5.93 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.1% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 0.0366 | +1.4% |
| 2023 | 0.0361 | +1.3% |
| 2022 | 0.0356 | −1.4% |
| 2021 | 0.0361 | +1.6% |
| 2020 | 0.0356 | +1.3% |
| 2019 | 0.0351 | +1% |
| 2018 | 0.0348 | +0.2% |
| 2017 | 0.0347 | +0.9% |
| 2016 | 0.0344 | +9.2% |
| 2015 Trough | 0.0315 | — |
Regional context
Beeswax Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Zambia is highlighted.
Data definition
Beeswax Production — Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
The data includes harvested beeswax production from apiculture activities for commercial and agricultural purposes. It covers beeswax produced within the selected country and includes beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies, hive management, and related beekeeping operations. The statistics account for annual beeswax output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, beekeeping surveys, agricultural statistics, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.
The data excludes production of honey, other bee products, agricultural commodities, and wax products not classified as beeswax. It does not measure beeswax exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, inventory levels, market prices, trade value, or economic contribution of the beeswax industry. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in beekeeping practices, data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting systems, colony population assessments, production efficiency, and seasonal factors affecting bee activity and wax harvesting.
Beeswax Production — Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
The indicator provides a historical overview of national production performance and reflects the role of beekeeping in Zambia’s agricultural sector. Between 2015 and 2024, Zambia recorded a gradual and consistent increase in beeswax production. Output increased from approximately 31.51 tonnes in 2015 to 36.62 tonnes in 2024, demonstrating steady expansion in beeswax availability over the decade. The continuous upward trend indicates stable beekeeping practices, improved hive management, and sustained participation of rural communities engaged in apiculture activities. Zambia’s beeswax industry is supported by favorable natural conditions, including extensive forest resources, diverse vegetation, and suitable environments for honeybee colonies. Beeswax production is closely associated with traditional and modern beekeeping systems, where wax is collected during hive maintenance, honey harvesting, and colony management processes. The product serves as an important natural raw material for applications such as candle manufacturing, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and other specialty industries. The indicator includes beeswax produced within Zambia through agricultural and commercial beekeeping activities. It covers reported annual output under the beeswax classification and incorporates available agricultural statistics and international estimates. It excludes honey production, other hive products, imports, exports, domestic consumption, processing activities, and market value measurements. Variations in reported production may occur due to differences in reporting systems, colony population assessments, climatic conditions, and production efficiency. Overall, Zambia’s beeswax production reflects a stable and gradually developing apiculture sector, highlighting the importance of beekeeping for rural economic activities and sustainable agricultural development.
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Beeswax production refers to the annual production output of beeswax, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level beeswax production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of beeswax harvested or produced from beekeeping activities within a country under the relevant apiculture and livestock product classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total beeswax production within the selected country and may include beeswax obtained from managed honeybee colonies and reported under the overall beeswax product category.
Zambia Beeswax Production was 0.0366 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 1.4% on 2023.
Zambia Beeswax Production moved from 0.0315 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 0.0366 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (+16.2%), an average of +1.7% a year. The series high was 0.0366 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the low 0.0315 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 0.0366 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 and the lowest was 0.0315 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
Included: The data includes harvested beeswax production from apiculture activities for commercial and agricultural purposes. It covers beeswax produced within the selected country and includes beeswax obtained from honeybee colonies, hive management, and related beekeeping operations. The statistics account for annual beeswax output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, beekeeping surveys, agricultural statistics, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of honey, other bee products, agricultural commodities, and wax products not classified as beeswax. It does not measure beeswax exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, inventory levels, market prices, trade value, or economic contribution of the beeswax industry. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in beekeeping practices, data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting systems, colony population assessments, production efficiency, and seasonal factors affecting bee activity and wax harvesting.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Beeswax&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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