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.
Germany Sunflower Oil Production was 82.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 7.7% on 2022. Germany’s sunflower oil production experienced significant fluctuations between 2015 and 2023 due to variations in sunflower cultivation area, weather conditions, agricultural policies, and market demand for vegetable oils. Production decreased from 125.00 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 82.90 thousand tonnes in 2023, showing an overall decline despite periods of recovery.
Germany Sunflower Oil Production moved from 125 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 82.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (−33.7%), an average of −5% a year. The series high was 125 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 55.30 Thousand Tonnes in 2021.
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2021) is 69.70 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +62.4% in 2022.
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Germany ranks 14 for 2023, behind Russia (7,039 Thousand Tonnes) and Ukraine (6,044 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 365.9% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 82.90 | −7.7% |
| 2022 | 89.80 | +62.4% |
| 2021 Trough | 55.30 | −26.5% |
| 2020 | 75.20 | −23.9% |
| 2019 | 98.80 | +3.6% |
| 2018 | 95.40 | +0.6% |
| 2017 | 94.80 | +35.4% |
| 2016 | 70.00 | −44% |
| 2015Peak | 125 | — |
Regional context
Sunflower Oil Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. Germany 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 lowest production level during the period was recorded in 2016 at 70.00 thousand tonnes, after which output gradually improved, reaching 98.80 thousand tonnes in 2019. However, production declined again between 2020 and 2022 due to unfavorable climatic conditions, changing crop priorities, and fluctuations in agricultural input costs. Germany’s sunflower oil production recovered slightly in 2023, supported by improved cultivation conditions and continued demand for domestic vegetable oils. Farmers cultivate sunflowers mainly as an alternative rotational crop alongside traditional crops such as wheat, barley, maize, and rapeseed. The cultivation of sunflower contributes to crop diversification, soil improvement, and sustainable farming practices. Germany’s agricultural sector benefits from advanced farming technologies, precision agriculture, modern harvesting equipment, and efficient oil processing infrastructure, which support the production of high-quality sunflower oil. The German sunflower oil industry plays an important role in food processing, edible oil manufacturing, and sustainable food supply chains. However, the sector faces challenges from competition with rapeseed oil, soybean oil, and imported sunflower oil from major producers such as Ukraine and Russia. Climate change, rising production costs, and limited sunflower cultivation areas also influence future production potential. Despite these challenges, Germany remains an important European sunflower oil market due to its strong agricultural capabilities, established processing industry, and growing consumer preference for locally produced and sustainable vegetable oils. Future growth opportunities depend on the adoption of climate-resilient sunflower varieties, improved crop management techniques, and expansion of sustainable agricultural practices.
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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.
Germany Sunflower Oil Production was 82.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 7.7% on 2022.
Germany Sunflower Oil Production moved from 125 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 82.90 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (−33.7%), an average of −5% a year. The series high was 125 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 55.30 Thousand Tonnes in 2021.
The highest value was 125 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the lowest was 55.30 Thousand Tonnes in 2021.
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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