Broadly stable
Spain Sunflower Oil Production moved from 483 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 481.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (−0.4%), an average of −0% a year. The series high was 525.3 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the low 421.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
What Spain Sunflower Oil Production shows
Spain Sunflower Oil Production was 481.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, up 1% on 2022. Spain’s sunflower oil production remained one of the strongest among European producers during 2015–2023, supported by extensive sunflower cultivation, favorable agricultural conditions, and a well-developed vegetable oil processing industry. Production increased from 483.00 thousand tonnes in 2015 to 481.20 thousand tonnes in 2023, showing overall stability despite yearly fluctuations.
A 19.8% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2016) is 103.8 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +14.5% in 2018.
Ranks 8 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Spain ranks 8 for 2023, behind Russia (7,039 Thousand Tonnes) and Ukraine (6,044 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 2124% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Spain Sunflower Oil Production by year
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 | 481.2 | +1% |
| 2022 | 476.6 | +4.5% |
| 2021 | 455.9 | −0.9% |
| 2020 | 460 | −10.7% |
| 2019 | 514.9 | −2% |
| 2018Peak | 525.3 | +14.5% |
| 2017 | 458.8 | +8.8% |
| 2016 Trough | 421.5 | −12.7% |
| 2015 | 483 | — |
Regional context
How Spain compares in Europe
Sunflower Oil Production by country, 2023, Thousand Tonnes. Spain is highlighted.
1Russia7,039
2Ukraine6,045
3Hungary765.4
4Bulgaria683
5France619.6
6Romania567.5
7Spain481.2
8Italy145.5
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
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.
About this indicator
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.
Output declined to 421.50 thousand tonnes in 2016 but recovered strongly, reaching a peak of 525.30 thousand tonnes in 2018. Production remained consistently high throughout the period, reflecting Spain’s strong position in European sunflower cultivation. Sunflower farming in Spain is primarily concentrated in regions such as Castilla y León, Castilla-La Mancha, Andalusia, and other agricultural areas with suitable dryland farming conditions. Farmers cultivate sunflower as an important rotation crop, especially in areas where water availability and climate conditions support oilseed production. The majority of cultivated sunflower varieties are oilseed types used for edible oil extraction. Spain’s sunflower oil industry benefits from modern agricultural practices, efficient processing facilities, and strong domestic consumption of vegetable oils. The sector plays an important role in supporting food manufacturing, cooking oil markets, and agricultural employment. However, production is affected by challenges such as drought conditions, changing rainfall patterns, and competition from imported vegetable oils. Despite these challenges, Spain remains a key sunflower oil producer due to its large cultivation base and established processing infrastructure. Future growth will depend on improved irrigation management, development of drought-resistant sunflower varieties, and sustainable farming practices. Overall, Spain’s sunflower oil industry demonstrates resilience and continues to maintain a significant role in the European vegetable oil market.
- Indicator
- Sunflower Oil Production
- Country
- Spain
- Region
- Europe
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Spain 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.
What was Spain Sunflower Oil Production in 2023?
Spain Sunflower Oil Production was 481.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2023, up 1% on 2022.
How has Spain Sunflower Oil Production changed between 2015 and 2023?
Spain Sunflower Oil Production moved from 483 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 481.2 Thousand Tonnes in 2023 (−0.4%), an average of −0% a year. The series high was 525.3 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the low 421.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Spain Sunflower Oil Production?
The highest value was 525.3 Thousand Tonnes in 2018 and the lowest was 421.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2016.
What does the Spain Sunflower Oil Production data include and exclude?
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.
Where does the Spain Sunflower Oil Production data come from?
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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