In 2023, Romania led European organic sunflower seed production with 163.08 thousand metric tons, trailed by France and Serbia. Notably, Serbia exhibited the highest year-on-year growth at 76.33%, while Slovakia and Lithuania experienced declines. Over the last five years, countries like Romania, France, and Slovenia witnessed substantial growth due to favorable conditions and increased organic farming initiatives. However, smaller producers like Ireland and Lithuania showed minimal growth or declines.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Continued expansion in major producing countries like Romania and France, driven by growing demand for organic products.
- Potential growth from emerging markets as more European countries adopt organic farming practices.
- Impact of climate change and agricultural policies on production dynamics.
Top countries in Organic Sunflower Seed Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 163,080 | 2023 | +20.19% | +28.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 129,030 | 2023 | +11.17% | +22.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Serbia | 44,460 | 2023 | +58.35% | +76.33% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 13,030 | 2023 | +5.95% | +4.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 11,790 | 2023 | +13.87% | +2.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 11,550 | 2023 | +11.49% | +13.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5,420 | 2023 | -25.57% | +1.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 4,480 | 2023 | +3.08% | -1.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 2,930 | 2023 | +2.91% | +10.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1,250 | 2023 | +12.26% | +50.21% | View data |
