Countries by Oat production

Oat is a vital cereal grain known for its nutritional value and versatility, grown primarily in temperate regions. As a key component of many diets worldwide, oat flourishes in cooler climates with moderate rainfall. According to the latest available data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stats database for the year 2023, oat remains an essential crop for many regions due to its adaptability and health benefits.

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Map of countries by Oat production

Global Oat Production

In 2023, global oat production reached approximately 18.8 million tonnes. Over the years, there has been a general decline in production compared to the early 1960s, when production was around 50 million tonnes. This decrease can be attributed to changing agricultural practices and crop preferences. However, certain countries have maintained or increased their oat output in recent years, reflecting the ongoing demand. Since 1961, there has been a steady decrease in production, with some fluctuations, including a recent rise before 2023, which saw more than 5 million tonnes less production than in 2022.

Oat Production by Country

  • The Russian Federation leads global oat production with around 3.3 million tonnes, showcasing its agricultural strength in cereal crops.
  • Canada contributes significantly with nearly 2.6 million tonnes, demonstrating its prominent role in global cereal production.
  • Poland's production stands at approximately 1.5 million tonnes, maintaining its position among the top oat producers.
  • Finland continues to be a key player with around 1 million tonnes, benefiting from its favorable climate for oat farming.
Country Production (tonnes) Production per Person (kg) Harvested Area (ha) Yield (kg/ha)
Russian Federation 3,300,000 22.468 1,770,000 1.864
Canada 2,635,574 70.823 822,500 3.204
Poland 1,503,440 39.118 497,690 3.021
Finland 1,019,720 184.803 291,300 3.501
Australia 959,829 38.317 569,082 1.687
Brazil 907,046 4.329 528,649 1.716
United Kingdom 830,000 12.568 167,000 4.97
United States of America 828,010 2.526 336,300 2.462
China 600,000 0.43 163,060 3.68
Spain 464,140 9.947 466,760 0.994
Germany 452,000 5.463 139,500 3.24
Argentina 428,884 9.639 257,361 1.666
Ukraine 427,270 10.11 164,800 2.593
Sweden 411,500 40.456 139,460 2.951
Turkey 410,000 4.802 138,212 2.966
Belarus 350,000 36.927 155,000 2.258
France 337,340 5.013 78,900 4.276
Chile 333,069.55 18.952 71,685 4.646
Italy 231,430 3.829 102,600 2.256
Denmark 208,100 35.942 55,230 3.768
Latvia 200,300 104.014 94,700 2.115
Lithuania 194,670 69.507 91,750 2.122
Ireland 180,910 37.247 27,230 6.644
Norway 179,000 33.695 68,449 2.615
Romania 155,200 7.949 76,590 2.026
Kazakhstan 149,705.6 8.193 190,673 0.785
Czech Republic 118,590 11.174 43,000 2.758
Estonia 80,690 61.169 35,720 2.259
Algeria 76,000 1.786 80,000 0.95
Greece 69,190 6.425 61,650 1.122
Mexico 61,785.28 0.495 25,465 2.426
Hungary 60,580 6.2 22,050 2.747
Austria 60,380 6.832 17,620 3.427
Serbia 49,695 7.098 17,027 2.919
Ethiopia 47,931.12 0.446 21,760 2.203
South Africa 41,000 0.71 27,500 1.491
Morocco 36,290 1.044 16,720 2.17
Bosnia and Herzegovina 34,490 9.114 11,090 3.11
Albania 34,422.5 11.993 14,927 2.306
Croatia 34,110 8.137 13,150 2.594
Bulgaria 31,020 4.4 13,010 2.384
New Zealand 30,259 6.174 4,235 7.145
Uruguay 29,951.78 8.543 13,500 2.219
Bolivia 21,477.29 1.899 14,869 1.444
Slovakia 20,330 3.735 9,690 2.098
Mongolia 18,801.43 5.832 18,855 0.997
Portugal 14,620 1.421 20,390 0.717
North Korea 14,235.28 0.556 10,908 1.305
Peru 12,968.14 0.415 10,014 1.295
Switzerland 12,899 1.519 2,871 4.493
Belgium 11,440 1.002 2,930 3.904
Armenia 10,893.2 3.668 5,509 1.977
Azerbaijan 10,179.1 1.028 4,984 2.042
The Netherlands 6,390 0.37 1,660 3.849
Luxembourg 4,790 7.957 1,340 3.575
Macedonia 4,267 2.056 2,649 1.611
Kenya 3,748.64 0.074 3,702 1.013
Tajikistan 3,010.77 0.337 2,247 1.34
Slovenia 2,510 1.214 870 2.885
Moldova 2,163 0.609 915 2.364
Georgia 1,700 0.456 800 2.125
Tunisia 1,644.75 0.144 4,523 0.364
Kyrgyzstan 1,298 0.206 753 1.724
Ecuador 869.99 0.051 1,163 0.748
Montenegro 617.31 0.992 226 2.731
Zimbabwe 606.92 0.041 293 2.071
Cyprus 410 0.48 300 1.367
Lesotho 333.04 0.147 217 1.535
Japan 314.93 0.002 163 1.932
Israel 260.36 0.029 912 0.285
Uzbekistan 254.1 0.008 150 1.694
Lebanon 115.51 0.019 110 1.05
Ghana 40.5 0.001 43 0.942
Syria 39 0.002 35 1.114

Top Oat Producing Countries by Share

  • The Russian Federation accounts for over 17.5% of the global oat production, a considerable share that underscores its dominance in the market.
  • Canada holds 14.0% of the global market, highlighting its importance in the oat supply chain.
  • Poland contributes 8.0% to the worldwide production, solidifying its status as a major oat producer.
  • Finland represents approximately 5.4% of global oat production, reflecting its efficient use of available agricultural resources in this sector.

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