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.
Italy Sunflower Oil Production was 145.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 9.7% on 2022. Italy’s sunflower oil production showed a generally stable trend with moderate fluctuations between 2015 and 2023, influenced by changes in cultivation area, climatic conditions, and agricultural market conditions. Production increased from 126.90 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 145.50 thousand tonnes in 2023, highlighting gradual growth in the country’s sunflower oil sector.
Italy Sunflower Oil Production moved from 126.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 145.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+14.7%), an average of +1.7% a year. The series high was 161.1 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 126.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2015) is 34.20 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +12.3% in 2016.
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Italy ranks 13 for 2023, behind Russia (7,039 Thousand Tonnes) and Ukraine (6,044 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 642.2% 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 | 145.5 | −9.7% |
| 2022Peak | 161.1 | +11.5% |
| 2021 | 144.5 | +1.6% |
| 2020 | 142.2 | −10.2% |
| 2019 | 158.4 | +3.5% |
| 2018 | 153 | +3.5% |
| 2017 | 147.8 | +3.7% |
| 2016 | 142.5 | +12.3% |
| 2015 Trough | 126.9 | — |
Regional context
Sunflower Oil Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. Italy 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 reached its highest level of 161.10 thousand tonnes in 2022, supported by favorable growing conditions, improved yields, and increased demand for domestically produced vegetable oils. During the period, output remained consistently above 140 thousand tonnes after 2017, demonstrating a relatively stable production base. Sunflower cultivation in Italy is mainly concentrated in central and northern agricultural regions, where farmers use sunflowers as part of crop rotation systems to improve soil management and diversify agricultural production. Oilseed sunflower varieties are primarily cultivated for oil extraction, supporting food processing, cooking oil production, and industrial applications. Italy’s advanced agricultural practices, established food processing industry, and strong domestic demand contribute to the sustainability of the sunflower oil sector. The Italian sunflower oil industry operates within a competitive European vegetable oil market, where it competes with olive oil, soybean oil, and other edible oils. Although domestic sunflower oil production does not match major European producers such as France or Romania, Italy maintains an important position due to its efficient agricultural systems and high-quality production standards. Future growth opportunities depend on improving crop productivity, adopting climate-resilient farming methods, and increasing consumer preference for locally produced vegetable oils. Overall, Italy’s sunflower oil production demonstrates a stable and gradually expanding industry supported by agricultural diversification and consistent market demand.
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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.
Italy Sunflower Oil Production was 145.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, down 9.7% on 2022.
Italy Sunflower Oil Production moved from 126.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 145.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (+14.7%), an average of +1.7% a year. The series high was 161.1 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the low 126.9 Thousand Tonnes in 2015.
The highest value was 161.1 Thousand Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 126.9 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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