The global sunflowerseed production landscape in 2024 is led by Ukraine and Russia, with both countries producing over 17 million metric tons each. They are followed by Romania, Argentina, and China. Ukraine and Russia saw significant year-on-year increases of 4.21% and 6.04%, respectively. Over the past five years, the sunflower market has been dynamic, with key countries like Hungary and Bulgaria showing steady growth, while Spain and the United States experienced declines.
Trends to watch for in the future include significant growth in Iran, which showed a remarkable 14.44% year-on-year increase, and Uzbekistan with a 9.1% rise. Contrarily, India and Zimbabwe saw notable declines, -25.29% and -25.68%, respectively. Monitoring political stability, climate conditions, and advancements in agricultural technologies in these regions will be crucial for future production forecasts.
Top countries in Sunflowerseed Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 17,406,000 | 2023 | +3.46% | +4.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 17,102,000 | 2023 | +3.72% | +6.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 4,075,600 | 2023 | +3.98% | +5.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Argentina | 3,885,000 | 2023 | +0.99% | +1.89% | View data |
| 5 | 5 China | 2,598,500 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 2,149,000 | 2023 | +2.08% | +2.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 1,916,100 | 2023 | +1.76% | +0.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 1,208,300 | 2023 | -1.68% | -0.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Tanzania | 1,004,400 | 2023 | -0.91% | +0.088% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Kazakhstan | 1,004,000 | 2023 | +3.63% | +3.44% | View data |
