In 2024, Romania leads European sunflower seed exports with 2.71 million metric tons, a stable trend since 2023. Bulgaria and Hungary follow with 0.763 and 0.58 million metric tons, respectively. These three countries are the major players, with smaller exports reported by Slovakia, Croatia, and Poland. No significant year-on-year growth has been observed in 2023, indicating a mature market segment.
For future trends, watch for potential growth in Eastern European countries if they leverage competitive advantages in agricultural practices and trade policies. Additionally, any shifts in EU trade agreements or external demand fluctuations could impact these export dynamics. Sustainability and climate change implications may also affect production capacities and export volumes.
Top countries in Exports of Sunflower Seed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 2,710 | 2023 | +18.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 763 | 2023 | -0.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 580 | 2023 | +13.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 143 | 2023 | -3.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 107 | 2023 | +18.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 31 | 2023 | +10.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 19 | 2023 | +35.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 11 | 2023 | +22.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 8 | 2023 | +14.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 3 | 2023 | -40% | View data |
