In 2023, Bulgaria and Romania dominated European sunflower production at producer prices, each contributing approximately 22 million euros, followed closely by France and Hungary. Germany experienced significant growth, with a remarkable 47.12% year-on-year increase in 2022. Other notable increases were seen in Croatia and Slovenia, indicating variation in regional production dynamics. Over the past five years, a compound annual growth rate suggests moderate but uneven growth across most European countries.
Future trends to watch include the impact of climate changes, technological advancements in cultivation, and policy shifts affecting agricultural practices. Eastern European countries are likely to continue being production leaders, influenced by economic and environmental conditions.
Top countries in Sunflower Production at Producer Price Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Bulgaria | 21.98 | 2022 | +22.71% | +15.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 21.96 | 2022 | +6.64% | +7.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 20.06 | 2022 | -5.63% | +15.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 15.47 | 2022 | -1.3% | +3.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 9.58 | 2022 | +38.24% | +14.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 2.55 | 2022 | +35.77% | +12.89% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 1.93 | 2022 | +34.45% | +13.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1.77 | 2022 | +17.99% | +7.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 1.65 | 2022 | +14.08% | +22.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 1.41 | 2022 | +60.91% | +47.12% | View data |
