In 2024, Ukraine and Russia dominated global sunflower seed production, contributing 28.08% and 25.35%, respectively. Notably, Kazakhstan showed the highest growth at 3.29% year-on-year, while Ukraine, Russia, and Argentina also exhibited solid increases. Conversely, Tanzania and Myanmar experienced significant declines of 28.4% and 7.67%, respectively. Overall, the last five years showed a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of steady increases for most top producers, with minor declines in some countries.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to climate change, geopolitical tensions affecting Ukraine and Russia, and technological advancements in agricultural practices. Diversification in production regions could mitigate risks and affect global market shares.
Top countries in Sunflower Seed Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 28.08 | 2023 | +1.89% | +1.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 25.35 | 2023 | +2.25% | +1.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Argentina | 7.57 | 2023 | +2.73% | +2.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 6.14 | 2023 | +2.21% | +1.64% | View data |
| 5 | 5 China | 4.78 | 2023 | +0.12% | +0.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.68 | 2023 | +1.07% | +1.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 3.58 | 2023 | -0.1% | +0.083% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 2.25 | 2023 | -1.46% | -0.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Kazakhstan | 1.84 | 2023 | +2.78% | +3.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 1.75 | 2023 | -0.73% | -0.17% | View data |
