In 2023, Ukraine led global sunflowerseed meal exports with 4.65 million metric tons, despite a 0.67% decrease from the previous year. Russia, with a 10.1% increase, followed, exporting 2.55 million metric tons. Argentina showed a moderate growth of 3.53%, exporting 1.05 million metric tons. Kazakhstan and Moldova had substantial increases at 38.69% and 15.43%, respectively. However, China experienced a significant decline of 18.61%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) varied widely among countries, highlighting different growth dynamics in global exports.
Future trends to watch include:
- Impact of geopolitical tensions on Ukraine and Russia's export capacity.
- Emerging exporters like Kazakhstan expanding their market presence.
- Potential recovery or further decline in Chinese exports.
- Global demand shifts influenced by alternative protein sources in animal feed.
Top countries in Sunflowerseed Meal Export by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 4,650 | 2023 | +17.04% | -0.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 2,550 | 2023 | +14.61% | +10.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Argentina | 1,050 | 2023 | +2.44% | +3.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Kazakhstan | 195 | 2023 | -15.22% | +38.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Moldova | 125 | 2023 | -21.38% | +15.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bolivia | 70 | 2023 | -6.67% | +0.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 70 | 2023 | -26.32% | -6.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 South Africa | 25 | 2023 | +66.67% | +2.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 25 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 18 | 2023 | +5.88% | +3.71% | View data |
