• What is the importance of sunflower in the world market?
  • As pointed out recently by Pilorg¨¦, sunflower crop occupies an important position in the world market business representing the 3rd oilseed produced in the world (9 % of the global production), the 4th in vegetable oils market (9.2 % of the global production), and the 3rd oilseed meal produced (5.6 % of the global production) (Pilorg¨¦, 2020). …
  • Why is sunflower oil important in Tanzania?
  • Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is the third most produced oilseed crop in the world , and its demand for edible oil has been increasing globally and regionally , . In Tanzania, sunflower production is critical as it is one of the most important vegetable oils with high value and importance in the international market . … …
  • Does kernel export sunflower oil?
  • Kernel is one of Ukraine¡¯s largest sunflower oil producers and exporters. The company exports its products across 80 countries globally and holds a prominent position in Europe. The company owns 5 crushing plants and over 11 offices across Ukraine. In July 2019, Kernel Company started exporting winterized sunflower oil to China. 9.
  • What is the evolution of sunflower seed production & acreage?
  • Evolution of sunflower seed world production (Million Tons, yellow bars) and acreage (Million ha, red bars) 1976-2018 (Source: Oil World, 2019). Evolution of oilseeds production 1975-2019. Evolution of the relative share of 10 oilseeds in Global production (Source: Oil World, 2019). Localisation of the sunflower production.
  • How did sunflower maintain its competitiveness on Oilseeds markets?
  • Sunflower succeeded in maintaining its competitiveness on oilseeds markets in the previous decades, through continuous innovation in genetics, production and markets and a growing segmentation.
  • Which countries import sunflower oil?
  • 75% of sunflower oil imports are bought by 8?countries (see Tab. 2 ). EU, CIS (mainly Ukraine and Russia) and Turkey are also exporters. The European Union is net importer of approx. 0.9?MnT /year; CIS is net exporter of 7.7?MnT.