In 2023, the US cottonseed oil production stood at 175.0 thousand metric tons. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent decline in production: 165.0, 156.0, 147.0, 138.0, and 130.0 thousand metric tons respectively. From 2024 to 2025, the year-on-year decrease is approximately 5.45%. This decline continues with each subsequent year, averaging a roughly 5.61% negative compound annual growth rate over the five-year forecast period.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in cotton and oilseed farming practices, technological advancements in oil extraction, alternative oil substitutes gaining preference, and environmental regulations impacting production practices.
