World - Sunflower Seed - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Sunflower Seed Market

Sunflower seed market: read the latest information empowered by an Ai-driven market intelligence tool. Datasets contain imports, companies, market size, market prices, production, consumption, trade, and exports. There is a breakdown by country, including the U.K., Russia, Latin America, the U.S., the Middle East, EU, Africa, and China. Market insights and forecast to 2030 are also featured in the reports.


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Sunflower Seed - World's Largest Markets

RatingCountry
1Turkey
2Ukraine
3Russia
4United States
5Spain

In value terms, Turkey, Ukraine and Russia constituted the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2020, with a combined 44% share of the global market. These countries were followed by the United States, Spain, China, Argentina, South Africa, France, Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania and Tanzania, which together accounted for a further 44%.

In terms of the main consuming countries, Bulgaria recorded the highest growth rate of market size, over the period under review, while sunflower seed market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sunflower Seed Prices

Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters

COUNTRY201820192020CAGR,
2018-2020
USD per ton
Kazakhstan2852913236.5%
Russia573355411-15.3%
Serbia454419451-0.3%
Romania4364024653.3%
Slovakia4084054848.9%
Moldova37837149614.5%
Ukraine4815135163.6%
Hungary5305356278.8%
Argentina914658642-16.2%
Bulgaria5815836546.1%
France93482610485.9%
China1230129312932.5%
Turkey312930701679-26.7%
Average692604682-0.7%

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Turkey ($1,679 per ton), while Kazakhstan ($323 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Moldova, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers

COUNTRY201820192020CAGR,
2018-2020
USD per ton
Ukraine196516881629-9.0%
Austria816711104913.4%
Romania72467497115.8%
France64069382913.8%
Germany5725576657.8%
Spain5935256444.2%
Italy5735066345.2%
Netherlands41442557517.9%
Turkey5074585211.4%
Bulgaria568441489-7.2%
Czech Republic4304014633.8%
Portugal416381413-0.4%
China3423643643.2%
Average6756116961.5%

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Ukraine ($1,629 per ton), while China ($364 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Sunflower Seed - Top Importers

COUNTRY201820192020CAGR,
2018-2020
billion USD
Turkey0.40.60.631.9%
Bulgaria0.20.30.563.8%
Netherlands0.30.30.421.9%
France0.20.20.34.5%
Germany0.30.30.31.3%

In value terms, the largest sunflower seed importing markets worldwide were Turkey ($628M), Bulgaria ($499M) and the Netherlands ($441M), together comprising 31% of global imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, Bulgaria (+63.8% per year) recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sunflower Seed - Top Exporters

COUNTRY201820192020CAGR,
2018-2020
billion USD
Romania0.80.80.7-4.4%
China0.60.60.64.7%
Russia0.050.30.6235.8%
Bulgaria0.50.40.58.1%
France0.40.40.4-0.1%

In value terms, Romania ($689M), China ($624M) and Russia ($563M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, together comprising 39% of global exports.

Russia (+235.8% per year) recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sunflower Seed - Market Forecast

Driven by rising demand for sunflower seed worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.

Sunflower Seed - Top Companies

Ungerer & Company, Inc., JOE FLOWERS PLC, CEO AGRIFOOD LIMITED, Crosbyton Seed Co, Mayerhofer Agrarhandel GmbH, DESHIDRATADORA LIBERTAD S.A.C., Agroindustrial y Comercial Agroinco S.R.L., SELET HULLING PLC, KIBBUTZ MA'AYAN TZVI ORCHARDS, AGRO SUKSES LESTARI, PT, ROLAR DE CUYO S.A., 2712270 Manitoba Ltd, Sociedad Agricola Quinahue Limitada, Sociedad Agricola Y Ganadera Tierra Buena Limitada, NUSEED S.A., Roberts Brothers Inc, Körchower Ackerbau GmbH, RAGAB ALI ELFAKE-RE FOR FLAX, S&W SEMILLAS S.A. SOCIEDAD EN FORMACION, VTGEN S.A.

Sunflower Seed - Product Coverage

  • HS 1206 - Sunflower seeds; whether or not broken

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global sunflower seed market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 267 - Sunflower seed

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Archer Daniels Midland Co., Bunge Ltd., Cargill Inc., Colorado Mills, Conagra Brands Inc., GoldenSun, Groupe Limagrain Holding, Kaissa Oil, Macjerry Sunflower Oil Company Ltd., Rein Oil, Abu Dhabi Vegetable Oil Co. L.L.C.

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    20. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    21. Yield, 2012–2023
    22. Production, By Country, 2023
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
    25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2023
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This year, sunflower seed prices are forecast to remain stable due to record global production, which is to reach the highest level of 57.3M tons. 

Which Country Consumes the Most Sunflower Seeds in the World?
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Global sunflower seed consumption amounted to X thousand tons in 2015, coming up by +X% against the previous year level.

Which Country Exports the Most Sunflower Seeds in the World?
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Global sunflower seed exports amounted to X thousand tons in 2015, descending by -X% against the previous year level.

Which Country Produces the Most Sunflower seeds in the World?
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In 2015, the countries with the highest levels of sunflower seed production were Ukraine (X thousand tons), Russia (X thousand tons), Romania (X thousand tons), together accounting for X% of total output.

Global Sunflower Seed Market Reached 24B USD
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Sunflower Seed Market - Romania Is the World's Leading Exporter of Sunflower Seed, with $591.2M (2014)
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