Malawi produced 10.9 thousand tonnes of Sesame in 2024, a 303.7% change from 2017. Yield in 2024 was 4,153 hg/ha, 44% below the Africa average of 7,424 hg/ha.
| Year | Production (K tonnes) | Yield (hg/ha) | Area (K ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2.7 | 2,742 | 9.9 |
| 2018 | 2.9 | 3,143 | 9.3 |
| 2019 | 5.8 | 3,072 | 19 |
| 2020 | 7.6 | 3,463 | 21.9 |
| 2021 | 5.9 | 3,905 | 15 |
| 2022 | 7 | 4,188 | 16.8 |
| 2023 | 9.7 | 4,073 | 23.8 |
| 2024 | 10.9 | 4,153 | 26.3 |
Source: FAOSTAT and World Bank, via Afrixplorer. Last updated 2026-09-07.