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.
Bulgaria Sunflower Oil Production was 683 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 17.4% on 2022. Bulgaria has emerged as one of the significant sunflower oil producers in Europe, supported by favorable climatic conditions, extensive agricultural land, and a strong sunflower cultivation base.
Bulgaria Sunflower Oil Production moved from 317.8 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 683 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+114.9%), an average of +10% a year. The series high was 826.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 317.8 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2015) is 508.7 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +33.5% in 2022.
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Bulgaria ranks 5 for 2023, behind Russia (7,039 Thousand Tonnes) and Ukraine (6,044 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 3014.7% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 683 | −17.4% |
| 2022Peak | 826.5 | +33.5% |
| 2021 | 619.3 | +2.6% |
| 2020 | 603.6 | +15.1% |
| 2019 | 524.5 | +5.7% |
| 2018 | 496 | +7.5% |
| 2017 | 461.3 | +14.1% |
| 2016 | 404.2 | +27.2% |
| 2015 Trough | 317.8 | — |
Regional context
Sunflower Oil Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. Bulgaria 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.
Between 2015 and 2023, Bulgaria’s sunflower oil production demonstrated substantial growth, increasing from 317.78 thousand tonnes in 2015 to a peak of 826.50 thousand tonnes in 2022, before slightly declining to 683.00 thousand tonnes in 2023. The overall upward trend highlights the country’s expanding sunflower processing capacity, improved agricultural practices, and growing importance in the European vegetable oil market. During the initial years, Bulgaria experienced steady growth in sunflower oil output, supported by increased sunflower cultivation and favorable market conditions. Production rose consistently from 317.78 thousand tonnes in 2015 to over 500 thousand tonnes by 2019. The significant increase after 2020 was driven by higher sunflower seed availability, improved oil extraction technologies, and rising demand for sunflower-based edible oils in domestic and international markets. Bulgaria’s strong position as a sunflower seed producer has provided a reliable raw material base for its oil processing industry. The peak production level in 2022 reflected strong agricultural performance and increased processing activities. However, production moderated in 2023 due to variations in sunflower yields, weather conditions, market dynamics, and changes in raw material availability. Despite this decline, Bulgaria remained one of the leading sunflower oil producers globally. The sunflower oil industry plays an important role in Bulgaria’s agricultural economy by supporting farmers, oil processing facilities, exports, and food manufacturing industries. Continued investments in modern extraction technologies, sustainable farming practices, and value-added processing are expected to strengthen Bulgaria’s sunflower oil sector.
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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.
Bulgaria Sunflower Oil Production was 683 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 17.4% on 2022.
Bulgaria Sunflower Oil Production moved from 317.8 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 683 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+114.9%), an average of +10% a year. The series high was 826.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 317.8 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 826.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 317.8 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
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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