Key Market Indicators
Slovene oilseeds consumption is projected to remain stable, reaching approximately 6,000 metric tons by 2028, the same level as in 2023. This steady demand has been consistent since 2019. In 2023, Slovenia ranked 129th globally in oilseeds consumption. New Caledonia surpassed Slovenia with the same consumption level of 6,000 metric tons. Leading the rankings are India, Indonesia, and Brazil at second, third, and fourth positions respectively. On the production front, Slovenia's oilseeds output is expected to reach around 6,120 metric tons by 2028, up from 5,800 metric tons in 2023, reflecting an average annual growth rate of 0.9%. Despite this growth, the country has seen a long-term decline in production, averaging a 0.7% decrease each year since 1997. In 2023, Slovenia was 138th in global oilseeds production, with Cyprus slightly ahead at 5,800 metric tons. The top producers in the world are Brazil, Malaysia, and the United States, holding the second, third, and fourth spots respectively.
