In 2023, Bulgaria led sunflower seed imports in Europe with 44.52 thousand metric tons, far exceeding other countries like Romania with 15.67 thousand metric tons and Portugal at 14.49 thousand metric tons. Italy also maintained a substantial volume with 10.49 thousand metric tons, followed by Hungary at 5.81 thousand metric tons. There was no variation in year-on-year imports for any country from 2022 to 2023. Over the past five years, import trends have remained stable, as indicated by a zero percent average trend variation.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential shifts in major importers due to changing agricultural policies or climate conditions.
- Impact of global market fluctuations on Europe's dependence on these imports.
- Emerging markets within Europe might alter the distribution share of sunflower seed imports.
Top countries in Imports of Sunflower Seed Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Bulgaria | 44.52 | 2023 | +12.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 15.67 | 2023 | +10.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 14.49 | 2023 | +12.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.49 | 2023 | +9.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 5.81 | 2023 | -2.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 3.33 | 2023 | +43.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2.61 | 2023 | -3.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 0.88 | 2023 | +5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.67 | 2023 | +14.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 0.59 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
