Sunflower oil production refers to the total quantity of edible oil extracted from sunflower seeds through various processing methods such as mechanical pressing, solvent extraction, and refining.
Argentina Sunflower Oil Production was 1,710 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, up 14.1% on 2022. Argentina is one of the world's leading producers and exporters of sunflower oil, supported by extensive sunflower cultivation, advanced oilseed processing facilities, and a well-established agricultural sector. Between 2015 and 2023, Argentina's sunflower oil production generally followed an upward trend despite some year-to-year fluctuations.
Argentina Sunflower Oil Production moved from 1,109 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1,710 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+54.1%), an average of +5.6% a year. The series high was 1,710 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 1,068 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2020) is 642 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +25.5% in 2021.
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Argentina ranks 3 for 2023, behind Russia (7,039 Thousand Tonnes) and Ukraine (6,044 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 7545.7% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023Peak | 1,710 | +14.1% |
| 2022 | 1,498 | +11.8% |
| 2021 | 1,340 | +25.5% |
| 2020 Trough | 1,068 | −24.5% |
| 2019 | 1,415 | +8.4% |
| 2018 | 1,305 | −1% |
| 2017 | 1,317 | +16.4% |
| 2016 | 1,132 | +2% |
| 2015 | 1,109 | — |
Regional context
Sunflower Oil Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. Argentina is highlighted.
Data definition
Sunflower Oil Production — Sunflower oil production refers to the total quantity of edible oil extracted from sunflower seeds through various processing methods such as mechanical pressing, solvent extraction, and refining. It represents the annual output of sunflower-derived oil produced within a country or region and reflects the scale of sunflower cultivation, seed availability, processing capacity, and demand for sunflower-based edible oils. Sunflower oil production is an important agricultural and industrial indicator used to assess trends in oilseed farming, food supply chains, vegetable oil markets, and the overall performance of the sunflower oil industry.
The measurement of sunflower oil production includes the total volume of crude and refined sunflower oil produced from sunflower seeds during a specific period, typically measured in tonnes. It covers oil obtained from commercially cultivated sunflower crops used for food, cooking oil, food processing, and other industrial applications. The indicator includes production from agricultural farms, oil extraction facilities, and processing industries within the reporting country or region. It accounts for variations caused by changes in sunflower cultivation area, seed yields, processing efficiency, technological advancements, and market demand.
Sunflower oil production excludes the production of other vegetable oils such as soybean oil, palm oil, rapeseed oil, and olive oil, even if they are processed or marketed alongside sunflower oil. It does not include sunflower seed production itself, sunflower cultivation area, imports and exports of sunflower oil, oil consumption, or storage inventories. The indicator also excludes non-oil sunflower products such as sunflower meal, animal feed, and by-products generated during oil extraction, as well as informal or unreported production activities that are not captured in official agricultural and industrial statistics.
Sunflower Oil Production — Sunflower oil production refers to the total quantity of edible oil extracted from sunflower seeds through various processing methods such as mechanical pressing, solvent extraction, and refining. It represents the annual output of sunflower-derived oil produced within a country or region and reflects the scale of sunflower cultivation, seed availability, processing capacity, and demand for sunflower-based edible oils. Sunflower oil production is an important agricultural and industrial indicator used to assess trends in oilseed farming, food supply chains, vegetable oil markets, and the overall performance of the sunflower oil industry.
Production increased from 1.11 million tonnes in 2015 to 1.71 million tonnes in 2023, representing an overall increase of approximately 54% during the period. Production remained relatively stable at 1.13 million tonnes in 2016, before rising to 1.32 million tonnes in 2017. Output eased slightly to 1.30 million tonnes in 2018, then increased to 1.41 million tonnes in 2019, reflecting favorable harvest conditions and strong processing activity. In 2020, production declined to 1.07 million tonnes, largely influenced by variations in sunflower seed availability and weather conditions affecting crop yields. Recovery was evident in subsequent years, with production reaching 1.34 million tonnes in 2021, 1.50 million tonnes in 2022, and a period-high 1.71 million tonnes in 2023. Argentina's sunflower oil industry benefits from fertile agricultural regions, efficient crushing facilities, and strong export demand from international markets. Sunflower oil remains one of the country's most valuable vegetable oil products, contributing significantly to agricultural exports and rural economic activity. Continuous improvements in farming practices, seed genetics, mechanization, and processing technologies have helped maintain productivity and competitiveness. The sector also benefits from well-developed logistics infrastructure that supports both domestic distribution and exports. Looking ahead, Argentina is expected to remain a major global supplier of sunflower oil, with future production depending on climatic conditions, international vegetable oil prices, export demand, and continued investment in agricultural productivity and oil processing capacity.
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Sunflower oil production refers to the total quantity of edible oil extracted from sunflower seeds through various processing methods such as mechanical pressing, solvent extraction, and refining. It represents the annual output of sunflower-derived oil produced within a country or region and reflects the scale of sunflower cultivation, seed availability, processing capacity, and demand for sunflower-based edible oils. Sunflower oil production is an important agricultural and industrial indicator used to assess trends in oilseed farming, food supply chains, vegetable oil markets, and the overall performance of the sunflower oil industry.
Argentina Sunflower Oil Production was 1,710 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, up 14.1% on 2022.
Argentina Sunflower Oil Production moved from 1,109 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 1,710 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+54.1%), an average of +5.6% a year. The series high was 1,710 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 1,068 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The highest value was 1,710 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the lowest was 1,068 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
Included: The measurement of sunflower oil production includes the total volume of crude and refined sunflower oil produced from sunflower seeds during a specific period, typically measured in tonnes. It covers oil obtained from commercially cultivated sunflower crops used for food, cooking oil, food processing, and other industrial applications. The indicator includes production from agricultural farms, oil extraction facilities, and processing industries within the reporting country or region. It accounts for variations caused by changes in sunflower cultivation area, seed yields, processing efficiency, technological advancements, and market demand. Excluded: Sunflower oil production excludes the production of other vegetable oils such as soybean oil, palm oil, rapeseed oil, and olive oil, even if they are processed or marketed alongside sunflower oil. It does not include sunflower seed production itself, sunflower cultivation area, imports and exports of sunflower oil, oil consumption, or storage inventories. The indicator also excludes non-oil sunflower products such as sunflower meal, animal feed, and by-products generated during oil extraction, as well as informal or unreported production activities that are not captured in official agricultural and industrial statistics.
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&overlay=download-data&Food=Sunflower+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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