Key Market Indicators
Suriname's oilseeds production is projected to reach approximately 2,440 metric tons by 2028, marking a steady annual growth rate of 1.2% from the estimated 2,260 metric tons in 2023. This follows a historical trend of a 0.9% year-on-year increase since 1966. In 2023, Suriname ranked 147th globally in oilseeds production, with East Timor slightly ahead at 2,260 metric tons. Leading the global rankings were Brazil, Malaysia, and the United States, occupying the second, third, and fourth positions respectively. On the consumption side, Suriname's oilseeds usage remained stable at 4,000 metric tons in both 2017 and 2018.
