The data indicates that sunflower seed production in Kenya stood at 10.92 thousand metric tons in 2023. Forecasted figures suggest a marginal but steady decline in production, from 10.8 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 10.02 thousand metric tons by 2028. The year-on-year variation shows a gradual reduction of approximately 1.85% in 2024, 1.7% in 2025, 1.9% in 2026, and 1.87% in 2027. Over the five-year forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately -1.62%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Impact of climate change on crop yields
- Possible adoption of more efficient farming techniques
- Market demand fluctuations
- Government policies and subsidies
- Development in seed technology and pest control methods
