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.
Finland Sunflower Oil Production was 3.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 15.2% on 2022. Finland’s sunflower oil production remained relatively limited between 2015 and 2023 due to climatic constraints and the country’s focus on traditional agricultural crops. Production declined slightly from 4.30 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 3.90 thousand tonnes in 2023, showing a relatively stable but small-scale industry.
Finland Sunflower Oil Production moved from 4.30 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 3.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (−9.3%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 5.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 3.70 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2016) is 1.30 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +18.9% in 2017.
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Finland ranks 20 for 2023, behind Russia (7,039 Thousand Tonnes) and Ukraine (6,044 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 17.2% 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 | 3.90 | −15.2% |
| 2022 | 4.60 | +9.5% |
| 2021 | 4.20 | −10.6% |
| 2020 | 4.70 | −6% |
| 2019Peak | 5.00 | +16.3% |
| 2018 | 4.30 | −2.3% |
| 2017 | 4.40 | +18.9% |
| 2016 Trough | 3.70 | −14% |
| 2015 | 4.30 | — |
Regional context
Sunflower Oil Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. Finland 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.
During the period, production fluctuated within a narrow range, reaching a high of 5.00 thousand tonnes in 2019 before declining in subsequent years. The variations in production were influenced by changes in cultivation conditions, seasonal weather patterns, and the suitability of sunflower cultivation under Finland’s northern climate. Sunflower cultivation in Finland is challenging due to shorter growing seasons, cooler temperatures, and limited suitable farmland compared with major European sunflower-producing countries. However, improvements in agricultural technology, development of early-maturing sunflower varieties, and increasing interest in crop diversification have supported continued cultivation in suitable regions. Finnish farmers primarily grow sunflower varieties for oil extraction, specialty food products, and sustainable agricultural applications. The country’s agricultural sector emphasizes environmentally responsible farming practices, efficient land management, and sustainable crop production, which provide opportunities for niche sunflower oil markets. The Finnish sunflower oil industry operates within a competitive vegetable oil market dominated by imported oils and other domestically important oilseed crops such as rapeseed. Limited production scale, climatic risks, and lower cultivation areas remain key challenges for industry expansion. However, increasing consumer interest in locally produced, sustainable, and plant-based oils may create future opportunities. Investments in improved seed technology, climate-adapted farming methods, and efficient processing systems could support gradual growth in Finland’s sunflower oil sector. Overall, Finland’s sunflower oil production represents a small but specialized agricultural activity, with future potential dependent on innovation, climate adaptation, and market demand for sustainable vegetable oils.
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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.
Finland Sunflower Oil Production was 3.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 15.2% on 2022.
Finland Sunflower Oil Production moved from 4.30 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 3.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (−9.3%), an average of −1.2% a year. The series high was 5.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the low 3.70 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
The highest value was 5.00 Thousand Tonnes in 2019 and the lowest was 3.70 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
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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