Oats Production by Country 2025
Oats represent a nutritious cool-season cereal gaining popularity as health food, with Russia leading production at 3.3 million tonnes in 2023, projected to reach 3.8 million tonnes by 2025. Global output totaled 18.8 million tonnes in 2023, down 28.7% from 2022's exceptional harvest, with Canada producing 2.6 million tonnes and Poland contributing 1.5 million tonnes. This ancient grain, cultivated for over 3,000 years, transformed from animal feed to human superfood as consumers discovered oats' cholesterol-lowering beta-glucan fiber, sustained energy release, and gluten-free potential. Production spans temperate regions from Scandinavia to Australia, where oats thrive in cool, moist conditions unsuitable for wheat or corn.
Russia leads with 3.3 million tonnes in 2023, showing high volatility from 3.8 to 4.7 million tonnes, reflecting weather impacts across vast growing regions. Production concentrates in central and Volga regions where oats serve both human consumption and livestock feed. Russian oats primarily supply domestic markets with limited exports. Canada produces 2.6 million tonnes with dramatic swings from 2.9 to 5.2 million tonnes, demonstrating alternate bearing patterns and weather sensitivity. Canadian production centers in Prairie provinces (Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba) where oats rotate with wheat and canola. Canada exports 1-1.5 million tonnes annually, supplying USA, Mexico, and increasingly Asian markets seeking high-quality milling oats. Canadian oats command premium prices for superior quality, clean grain, and food-grade specifications meeting strict standards for oatmeal and oat milk production. Poland produces 1.5 million tonnes with steady growth, Finland contributes 1.0 million tonnes, and UK maintains 830,000 tonnes. Sweden, Spain, and Germany combine for 1.5+ million tonnes. European oats serve both food and feed markets, with growing demand for oat milk and breakfast cereals driving food-grade production. Australia produces 960,000 tonnes in 2023, down from 1.9 million in 2021, showing extreme volatility from drought cycles. Australian oats target export markets in Asia and Middle East. Brazil contributes 907,000 tonnes, Chile 333,000 tonnes, and Argentina 429,000 tonnes, serving South American markets. These southern producers benefit from counter-seasonal production windows, supplying northern hemisphere during off-season. Oats pack exceptional nutrition with beta-glucan soluble fiber (proven to lower LDL cholesterol), protein (13-15%, higher than most grains), complex carbohydrates providing sustained energy, and essential minerals including manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron. Avenanthramides—unique antioxidants found only in oats—offer anti-inflammatory and heart-protective benefits. Oats provide 389 calories per 100g with low glycemic index preventing blood sugar spikes. Naturally gluten-free (though often contaminated during processing), oats suit celiac diets when certified. Culinary uses span oatmeal/porridge, granola, oat flour for baking, oat milk (fastest-growing plant milk), energy bars, and livestock feed. The grain's versatility and health benefits drive growing human consumption despite historical use primarily as animal feed. Oats thrive in cool, moist climates with temperatures 15-20°C, tolerating poor soils, acidity, and wet conditions where wheat struggles. Growing season 90-130 days depending on variety. Spring oats dominate (planted March-May, harvested July-September), though winter oats grow in milder climates. Oats require less nitrogen than wheat, making them economical and environmentally friendly. Major challenges include crown rust, stem rust, and smut diseases. Lodging (falling over) from wind and rain reduces yields and complicates harvesting. Modern varieties emphasize disease resistance, lodging tolerance, and high beta-glucan content for food markets. Oats serve as excellent cover crop, suppressing weeds and improving soil structure. Organic production grows as oats' natural pest resistance reduces pesticide needs. Global oat markets transformed dramatically as health consciousness elevated oats from animal feed to superfood. Food-grade oats command $300-500/tonne versus feed-grade $150-250/tonne. Oat milk explosion drives demand—market grew 1,000%+ in 5 years, with brands like Oatly revolutionizing plant-based beverages. Oat milk's creamy texture, environmental benefits (lower water use than almonds, lower emissions than dairy), and barista-friendly frothing captured coffee shop menus worldwide. Breakfast cereal demand remains strong despite competition from other grains. Gluten-free certified oats access premium markets. However, production volatility creates price swings. Climate change brings irregular rainfall affecting yields. Processing capacity constraints limit food-grade supply. Export markets grow as Asian consumers discover oat benefits. Global oat production projected to stabilize around 20-22 million tonnes through 2025, with food-grade share increasing from 20% to 30%+ as human consumption grows. Oat milk demand continues explosive growth, potentially consuming 2-3 million tonnes annually by 2030. Climate change may favor oats over heat-sensitive wheat in some regions. Breeding programs develop varieties with higher beta-glucan, improved disease resistance, and lodging tolerance. Sustainable agriculture embraces oats for crop rotation benefits, low input requirements, and soil health improvements. Processing innovations create new products—oat-based yogurt, ice cream, and meat alternatives. Carbon-neutral oat milk production appeals to environmentally conscious consumers. The grain's nutritional profile, environmental benefits, and versatility position oats as star crop for health-focused, sustainable food systems, though production must overcome volatility and expand food-grade capacity to meet surging demand.🏆 Russian and Canadian Production
Oats Production by Country 2025
1
3,764,135
2
3,465,450
3
1,526,992
4
1,379,975
5
1,060,921
6
1,028,135
7
971,700
8
780,767
9
731,325
10
605,710
11
600,000
12
536,430
13
532,732
14
445,118
15
420,768
16
378,352
17
369,700
18
352,900
19
275,892
20
238,198
21
230,600
22
206,721
23
204,080
24
187,215
25
180,033
26
171,050
27
148,645
28
85,974
29
83,038
30
73,638
31
70,392
32
69,737
33
57,145
34
51,969
35
48,696
36
43,518
37
40,565
38
38,025
39
34,075
40
30,243
41
29,988
42
28,102
43
24,746
44
22,131
45
22,121
46
21,747
47
20,545
48
18,079
49
14,396
50
14,224
51
11,703
52
11,017
53
11,008
54
10,219
55
7,226
56
6,354
57
4,818
58
3,742
59
3,027
60
2,996
61
2,090
62
2,028
63
1,645
64
1,595
65
873
66
609
67
607
68
412
69
333
70
315
71
261
72
129
73
40
74
20
🌍 European and Southern Hemisphere Production
💪 Nutritional Powerhouse
🌱 Cool-Season Cultivation
📈 Health Food Revolution
🔮 Sustainable Future
Oats Production by Country 2025
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1
4,719,324
4,424,433
4,132,096
3,775,745
4,529,954
3,300,000
3,764,135
2
3,436,000
4,227,300
4,575,800
2,898,619
5,226,465
2,635,574
3,465,450
3
1,144,360
1,209,580
1,646,720
1,625,100
1,500,840
1,503,440
1,526,992
4
1,227,837
1,134,619
1,142,934
1,897,990
1,734,874
959,829
1,379,975
5
899,244
930,281
898,405
1,092,473
1,296,345
907,046
1,060,921
6
831,520
1,187,480
1,212,660
803,060
1,192,210
1,019,720
1,028,135
7
850,000
1,076,000
1,031,000
1,123,000
1,107,000
830,000
971,700
8
814,720
773,040
953,550
578,220
837,060
828,010
780,767
9
1,547,460
841,200
1,377,690
1,194,500
867,850
464,140
731,325
10
577,600
519,300
721,900
766,500
754,700
452,000
605,710
11
527,724
540,961
600,000
600,000
600,000
600,000
600,000
12
363,500
671,200
807,600
551,200
734,800
411,500
536,430
13
491,713
571,630
600,105
506,718
723,155
428,884
532,732
14
571,471
384,922
477,396
525,245
578,448
333,070
445,118
15
418,460
422,000
510,000
467,900
378,510
427,270
420,768
16
423,250
402,420
387,020
479,910
379,000
337,340
378,352
17
260,000
265,000
314,528
276,000
365,000
410,000
369,700
18
341,505
368,252
444,546
327,000
375,000
350,000
352,900
19
286,560
247,280
425,660
331,060
352,100
208,100
275,892
20
249,700
244,310
249,030
239,530
248,590
231,430
238,198
21
156,600
229,800
315,500
269,000
291,000
179,000
230,600
22
117,860
193,030
180,260
229,460
234,580
180,910
206,721
23
188,200
237,800
287,900
182,900
224,500
200,300
204,080
24
182,440
177,870
275,570
170,250
186,100
194,670
187,215
25
336,129
267,006
240,157
182,279
229,080
149,706
180,033
26
383,720
361,570
196,660
209,850
171,600
155,200
171,050
27
152,660
134,410
183,360
194,750
168,000
118,590
148,645
28
78,380
97,290
117,950
77,500
100,430
80,690
85,974
29
99,305
100,672
69,016
101,069
106,440
61,785
83,038
30
74,280
77,350
83,970
89,440
85,200
60,380
73,638
31
118,018
101,305
69,385
40,461
81,000
76,000
70,392
32
80,720
79,290
77,550
83,940
61,180
69,190
69,737
33
59,310
70,310
76,970
76,690
38,390
60,580
57,145
34
22,123
45,754
39,515
59,010
54,005
47,931
51,969
35
74,707
56,242
52,135
55,954
42,193
49,695
48,696
36
45,350
58,250
66,100
59,520
48,530
34,110
43,518
37
32,700
16,500
57,000
59,000
27,550
41,000
40,565
38
26,511
27,231
33,945
34,253
46,432
34,490
38,025
39
34,893
33,382
35,579
33,082
34,157
34,422
34,075
40
52,700
34,816
45,483
30,749
30,391
29,952
30,243
41
24,286
26,824
23,264
24,805
32,991
30,259
29,988
42
25,010
31,510
31,660
24,260
25,800
31,020
28,102
43
29,880
31,900
33,040
36,620
24,190
20,330
24,746
44
9,972
13,263
16,596
33,150
20,334
18,801
22,131
45
21,906
22,204
23,203
23,395
22,346
21,477
22,121
46
57,720
51,550
48,630
39,380
21,870
14,620
21,747
47
21,424
8,488
5,551
6,390
3,740
36,290
20,545
48
21,033
20,913
22,601
22,214
23,840
12,968
18,079
49
18,560
20,170
18,240
16,500
17,920
11,440
14,396
50
14,272
14,114
14,279
14,222
14,205
14,235
14,224
51
8,256
9,646
8,905
7,359
12,605
12,899
11,703
52
1,300
1,700
1,900
53,714
492
254
11,017
53
10,516
13,542
11,101
11,633
11,972
10,179
11,008
54
4,899
3,388
6,178
4,071
13,195
10,893
10,219
55
6,890
8,360
7,580
7,270
8,590
6,390
7,226
56
7,160
7,230
8,190
6,820
8,650
4,790
6,354
57
7,338
6,715
6,341
5,563
5,240
4,267
4,818
58
3,746
3,700
3,708
3,731
3,740
3,749
3,742
59
3,400
4,030
3,230
4,120
3,160
2,510
3,027
60
2,692
3,121
3,055
2,970
2,990
3,011
2,996
61
4,700
3,000
2,300
3,200
2,000
1,700
2,090
62
1,427
1,497
1,546
2,404
1,553
2,163
2,028
63
1,632
1,649
1,646
1,642
1,646
1,645
1,645
64
2,638
2,070
2,195
1,094
2,423
1,298
1,595
65
877
874
880
880
875
870
873
66
563
605
599
597
603
617
609
67
604
612
612
606
606
607
607
68
400
220
360
390
430
410
412
69
330
336
333
333
334
333
333
70
313
316
317
306
322
315
315
71
261
262
259
261
261
260
261
72
130
130
150
150
136
116
129
73
39
40
41
40
40
40
40
74
0
17
35
0
3
39
20
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country produces the most oats in the world?
Russia is the world's largest oats producer with 3,300,000 tonnes in 2023, projected to reach 3,764,135 tonnes by 2025, though showing high volatility from 3.8 to 4.7 million tonnes due to weather impacts. Canada ranks second with 2,635,574 tonnes, followed by Poland at 1,503,440 tonnes. Russian production concentrates in central and Volga regions serving domestic markets, while Canada's Prairie provinces produce premium food-grade oats for export, commanding higher prices for oatmeal and oat milk production meeting strict quality specifications.
How are 2025 oats production forecasts calculated?
The 2025 forecasts use Weighted Moving Average (WMA) methodology, assigning 50% weight to 2023, 30% to 2022, and 20% to 2021, combined with compound annual growth rate (CAGR) analysis. Countries with high volatility receive conservative estimates based on 3-year median values.
Data Disclaimer: Projected data (future years) are estimates based on mathematical models. Actual values may differ. Learn about our methodology →
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Updated: 13.11.2025https://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/QCL
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