Soybeans production in Sierra Leone
In 2024 Sierra Leone produced 7,485 t of soybeans, the 69th largest in the world (0.00% of the world total). This is the highest figure on record. Area harvested: 11,184 ha, yield 0.7 t/ha.
- Production, 2024
- 7,485 t
- World rank
- 69 of 102
- 10-year change
- —
- Record
- 7,485 t
- 2024
Soybeans in Sierra Leone, 2023–2024 (tonnes)
Sierra Leone compared with the world, 2024
- Share of world total
- 0.00%
- Yield, t/ha
- 0.7
- world 2.8 (−76%)
- kg per person
- 0.87
- world 48.7
Position in the world ranking
| # | Country | Tonnes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | Spain | 10,940 | 0.00% |
| 68 | Laos | 7,879 | 0.00% |
| 69 | Sierra Leone | 7,485 | 0.00% |
| 70 | Switzerland | 7,479 | 0.00% |
| 71 | Afghanistan | 7,305 | 0.00% |
Map of world production of soybeans
Share of the world total; Sierra Leone is outlined. Small island states are not drawn at this scale.
By year
| Year | Tonnes | Change | Area harvested, ha | Yield, t/ha |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7,485 | +1,951% | 11,184 | 0.67 |
| 2023 | 365 | — | 377 | 0.97 |
Trade, 2024
- Imports
- 33 t USD 73,000
- Importer rank
- 140 of 165
FAOSTAT detailed trade data, release of 23 July 2026; quantities in tonnes, values in current US dollars; exports include re-exports. World exporters and importers
Questions and answers
What is the production of soybeans in Sierra Leone?
Sierra Leone produced 7,485 t in 2024, 0.00% of the world total, according to FAOSTAT.
Where does Sierra Leone rank in the world for production of soybeans?
Sierra Leone ranked 69th of 102 countries in 2024. The largest producer was Brazil with 36.3% of the world total.
What is the yield of soybeans in Sierra Leone?
0.7 tonnes per hectare in 2024 (7,485 t from 11,184 ha), against a world average of 2.8 t/ha.
Does Sierra Leone export or import soya beans?
In 2024 Sierra Leone reported no exports and imports of 33 t (USD 73,000), according to FAOSTAT trade data.
Where does this data come from?
From FAOSTAT, the statistics database of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Shares, ranks and per-person figures are calculated by Husfarm.
Other large producers
Source: FAO. 2025. FAOSTAT: Crops and livestock products. Accessed on 4 November 2026. fao.org/faostat. Licence: CC BY 4.0. Charts, rankings and changes calculated by Husfarm.