In 2024, Romania leads European sunflower production with 3.61 million metric tons, representing a slight increase from the past year. Bulgaria and Hungary also make significant contributions to the market, despite Bulgaria witnessing a 3.01% decrease and Hungary a 3.28% decrease in 2023 compared to 2022. France and Spain have shown negative growth trends over the past year, while Croatia has seen a substantial increase of 17.44% in the same period. When viewed over a five-year span, these trends suggest varying levels of volatility among European producers, with factors such as climate, trade policies, and competition playing pivotal roles.
Future trends to watch:
- Impact of climate change on yield and harvest quality.
- Growing influence of sustainable agricultural practices.
- Shifts in international trade agreements affecting market access.
- Innovations in farming technology and efficiency improvements.
- Potential for increased competition from non-European producers.
Top countries in Sunflower Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 3,610 | 2023 | +3.51% | +3.37% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 2,210 | 2023 | +2.29% | +3.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 2,140 | 2023 | +2.35% | +3.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,190 | 2023 | -1.91% | -0.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 937.9 | 2023 | +0.56% | -0.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 247.5 | 2023 | +2.32% | +17.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 238.8 | 2023 | -0.95% | -1.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 218.1 | 2023 | +0.79% | +1.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 54.5 | 2023 | -0.55% | -1.41% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 45 | 2023 | -1.32% | -1.28% | View data |
