In 2023, Romania held the largest share of the global sunflower seed export volume at 27.89 thousand metric tons, followed by Bulgaria, Moldova, China, and France. Variations over the past year were notable for countries like Russia, with a significant growth of 13.1%, and Greece, with a 4.94% increase. In contrast, countries like Spain saw a substantial decline of 19.73%. The United States and Canada experienced negative growth, indicating shifting dynamics in these regions.
Future trends suggest that geopolitical factors, economic stability, and agricultural innovations will play crucial roles. Watching Eastern European countries, particularly Romania and Ukraine, will be vital as they continue to dominate the market. Additionally, market diversification strategies in nations like Russia and Netherlands may further influence the sunflower seed export landscape.
Top countries in Sunflower Seed Export Volume Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 27.89 | 2023 | +1.59% | +0.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 11.97 | 2023 | -0.81% | -1.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Moldova | 10.25 | 2023 | +3.43% | +3.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 China | 8.99 | 2023 | +4.13% | +3.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.44 | 2023 | +1.36% | -1.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 6.49 | 2023 | 0% | -1.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Kazakhstan | 6.35 | 2023 | +3.98% | +3.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 3.73 | 2023 | +0.88% | +0.087% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 2.74 | 2023 | +3.68% | +2.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Russia | 2.61 | 2023 | +1.9% | +13.1% | View data |
