The oilseeds processing industry in Japan has shown steady growth based on the forecasted values from 2024 onward. In 2023, the industry stood at 4.99 million metric tons. The projected values indicate a consistent annual increase of approximately 0.4%, reaching 5.09 million metric tons by 2028. The year-on-year variation from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 0.4%, and from 2026 to 2027, it remains stable at about the same rate. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is 0.4% per year, indicative of modest yet steady growth in this sector.

Looking forward, several trends merit attention:

Technological advancements in oilseeds processing that could improve efficiency and output.
Changes in market demand due to dietary shifts and increased focus on plant-based products.
Environmental regulations impacting agricultural practices and processing methods.