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.
France Sunflower Oil Production was 619.6 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, up 4.5% on 2022. France is one of Europe’s leading sunflower oil producers, with production showing a strong performance between 2015 and 2023. Production increased from 566.30 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 619.60 thousand tonnes in 2023, reflecting overall growth in the sector.
France Sunflower Oil Production moved from 566.3 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 619.6 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+9.4%), an average of +1.1% a year. The series high was 619.6 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 472.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2020) is 147.4 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +16.1% in 2018.
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, France ranks 6 for 2023, behind Russia (7,039 Thousand Tonnes) and Ukraine (6,044 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 2734.9% 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 | 619.6 | +4.5% |
| 2022 | 593 | +11.5% |
| 2021 | 531.8 | +12.6% |
| 2020 Trough | 472.2 | −11.4% |
| 2019 | 532.8 | −13.4% |
| 2018 | 615 | +16.1% |
| 2017 | 529.8 | +6.7% |
| 2016 | 496.7 | −12.3% |
| 2015 | 566.3 | — |
Regional context
Sunflower Oil Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. France 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.
The highest production level was recorded in 2023, while output reached 615.00 thousand tonnes in 2018, demonstrating the country’s strong production capacity. Although production declined during some years due to weather conditions and agricultural challenges, France maintained consistently high output levels throughout the period. Sunflower cultivation in France is mainly concentrated in southwestern, central, and western agricultural regions, where suitable climate conditions support large-scale oilseed production. Farmers cultivate sunflower as an important rotational crop alongside cereals such as wheat and maize, helping improve soil quality and diversify agricultural systems. Oilseed sunflower varieties dominate production due to their high value for edible oil extraction. France’s sunflower oil industry benefits from advanced farming technology, efficient processing infrastructure, and strong agricultural expertise. The sector contributes significantly to domestic food supply chains, cooking oil markets, and food processing industries. However, production is influenced by factors such as drought, changing climate patterns, input costs, and competition from other vegetable oils. Despite these challenges, France remains a major contributor to the European sunflower oil market due to its large cultivation area and high productivity levels. Future growth opportunities include adoption of climate-resilient sunflower varieties, sustainable farming practices, and improvements in agricultural efficiency. Overall, France’s sunflower oil industry demonstrates strong production capacity and continues to play a significant role in Europe’s vegetable 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.
France Sunflower Oil Production was 619.6 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, up 4.5% on 2022.
France Sunflower Oil Production moved from 566.3 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 619.6 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+9.4%), an average of +1.1% a year. The series high was 619.6 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the low 472.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2020.
The highest value was 619.6 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 and the lowest was 472.2 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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