"Global Sunflowerseed Meal Market was valued at US$ 14.26 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach US$ 25.13 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 6.5%."
Market Overview
The sunflowerseed meal market is a dynamic segment within the broader animal feed industry, known for its high protein content and utility in livestock nutrition. Derived as a byproduct from the oil extraction of sunflower seeds, this meal serves as a cost-effective protein source for various animal diets, including poultry, swine, and cattle. The value chain begins with sunflower cultivation and proceeds through processing, distribution, and end-use in feed manufacturing. Key applications primarily revolve around its role in enhancing animal growth and health. The market is witnessing an increased focus on sustainable and organic feed options, driven by consumer preferences for ethically raised livestock. Additionally, innovations in processing techniques are enhancing the nutritional value and digestibility of sunflowerseed meal, further boosting its demand in global markets.
Demand for sunflowerseed meal is largely driven by the rising need for high-protein animal feeds amidst growing global meat consumption. However, the market faces challenges such as fluctuating raw material prices and competition from other protein meals like soybean. The competitive landscape is characterized by a mix of multinational corporations and regional players, each striving to expand their market presence through strategic partnerships and product innovations. Regionally, Europe and Asia are significant markets, with Europe focusing on sustainable agricultural practices, while Asia's demand is fueled by rapid urbanization and changing dietary patterns. The market also encounters regulatory challenges, as feed quality standards and import-export regulations vary widely across regions. Innovations in agronomy and biotechnology are expected to shape the future dynamics of this market, offering new opportunities for growth and development.
Key Insights
- Sustainable agricultural practices are gaining traction, with Europe leading the way in implementing eco-friendlyand organic feed solutions. This trend is reshaping the competitive landscape as companies align with green policies.
- The rise in global meat consumption continues to drive demand for high-quality animal feed, positioning sunflowerseedmeal as a key protein source in markets aiming to optimize livestock productivity and health.
- Fluctuating raw material prices pose a significant challenge, impacting the overall cost structure for manufacturersand necessitating strategic sourcing and pricing strategies to maintain profitability.
- Asia's burgeoning urbanization and shifting dietary habits are propelling the demand for meat, thereby increasingthe need for effective animal nutrition solutions, including sunflowerseed meal.
- Innovations in processing technologies are enhancing the nutritional profile of sunflowerseed meal, offeringcompetitive advantages and opening up new market opportunities for manufacturers.
- Regulatory frameworks regarding feed quality and safety standards vary significantly across regions, presentingboth challenges and opportunities for market players to navigate compliance and adapt to local requirements.
- The competitive landscape is marked by strategic collaborations and alliances as companies seek to expand theirglobal footprint and tap into emerging markets with tailored product offerings.
- Regional dynamics show that North America is focusing on advanced feed formulations, while Africa is graduallyincreasing its adoption of sunflowerseed meal driven by agricultural development initiatives.
- Consumer awareness and demand for responsibly-sourced animal products are influencing feed choices, pushingmanufacturers to integrate sustainability into their value chain processes.
- Market players are increasingly investing in research and development to innovate new product formulations thatenhance feed efficiency and meet the evolving nutritional needs of various livestock.
Report Scope
| Parameter | Detail |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Estimated Year | 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2027-2034 |
| Market Size-Units | USD Billion/Million |
| Market Segmentation | By Application - Animal Feed
- Poultry
- Swine
- Dairy
- Aquaculture
- Food Industry
- Bakery Products
- Snack Foods
- Health Supplements
- Industrial Use
By Product Type - Organic Sunflowerseed Meal
- Conventional Sunflowerseed Meal
By End User - Farmers
- Feed Manufacturers
- Food Processing Companies
By Distribution Channel - Direct Sales
- Retail
- Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Specialty Stores
- Online Retail
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| Countries Covered | North America Europe: - Germany
- UK
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific:- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- Rest of APAC
Middle East and Africa:- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Iran
- South Africa
- Vietnam
- Rest of MEA
South and Central America:- Brazil
- Argentina
- Chile
- Rest of SCA
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| Analysis Covered | Latest Trends, Driving Factors, Challenges, Supply-Chain Analysis, Competitive Landscape, Company Strategies |
| Customization | 10% free customization(up to 10 analyst hours) to modify segments, geographies, and companies analyzed |
| Post-Sale Support | 4 analyst hours, available up to 4 weeks |
| Delivery Format | The Latest Updated PDF and Excel Datafile |
Key Companies Analysed:
- ADM
- Bunge Limited
- Cargill, Incorporated
- Louis Dreyfus Company
- Archer Daniels Midland Company
- Wilmar International
- CHS Inc.
- COFCO Corporation
- SunOpta Inc.
- Glencore Agriculture
- Richardson International
- Ag Processing Inc.
- Agravis Raiffeisen AG
- Oilseeds International Ltd.
- Granollers Group
- EFKO Group of Companies
- Viterra
- Nutrisun Group
- Avril Group
- Hudson Valley Cold Pressed Oils
- Agrocorp International
- Bunge North America
- Valley Proteins, Inc.
- Southern States Cooperative
- Olam International
What You Receive
This report delivers a comprehensive, data-driven view of the Global Sunflowerseed Meal Market, covering market sizing, competitive benchmarking, and forward-looking opportunity mapping across the full value chain. It includes: Global market size, historical performance, and growth projections (CAGR), 2025–2034
- Impact assessment of recent geopolitical shifts, macroeconomic conditions, tariffs, and evolving trade policies on demand, pricing, sourcing, and supply-chain resilience
- Market size, share, and outlook across five major regions and 27 countries, 2025–2034, with cross-country comparisons and localized growth drivers
- Market size, CAGR, and market share analysis for key segments by product type, application, and end-user verticals, 2025–2034
- Short- and long-term market outlook with a structured review of trends, growth drivers, restraints, risks, and emerging opportunities
- Porter’s Five Forces analysis, technology and innovation landscape, and supply-chain analysis, including upstream inputs, manufacturing, distribution, and go-to-market strategies
- Trade analysis, price analysis, and value chain analysis for Sunflowerseed Meal, supporting strategic sourcing and margin planning
- Profiles of five leading companies, including company overview, core strategies, key financial highlights, product portfolio, and recent developments
- Latest market news, partnerships, product launches, M&A activity, and regulatory updates shaping the competitive landscape
- The report presents a strong global-to-local view, with dedicated chapters for North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America. Each regional chapter further breaks down the market by type, application, end-user, and country, enabling precise benchmarking and actionable strategy development for stakeholders across the Sunflowerseed Meal ecosystem.
1. Table of Contents
1.1 List of Tables
1.2 List of Figures
2. Global Sunflowerseed Meal Market Summary, 2026
2.1 Sunflowerseed Meal Industry Overview
2.1.1 Global Sunflowerseed Meal Market Revenues (In US$ billion)
2.2 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Scope
2.3 Research Methodology
3. Sunflowerseed Meal Market Insights, 2025-2035
3.1 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Drivers
3.2 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Restraints
3.3 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Opportunities
3.4 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Challenges
3.5 Tariff Impact on Global Sunflowerseed Meal Supply Chain Patterns
4. Sunflowerseed Meal Market Analytics
4.1 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Share, Key Products, 2026 Vs 2035
4.2 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Share, Dominant Applications, 2026 Vs 2035
4.3 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Share, Leading End Uses, 2026 Vs 2035
4.4 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Share, High Growth Countries, 2026 Vs 2035
4.5 Five Forces Analysis for Global Sunflowerseed Meal Market
4.5.1 Sunflowerseed Meal Industry Attractiveness Index, 2026
4.5.2 Sunflowerseed Meal Supplier Intelligence
4.5.3 Sunflowerseed Meal Buyer Intelligence
4.5.4 Sunflowerseed Meal Competition Intelligence
4.5.5 Sunflowerseed Meal Product Alternatives and Substitutes Intelligence
4.5.6 Sunflowerseed Meal Market Entry Intelligence
5. Global Sunflowerseed Meal Market Statistics – Industry Revenue, Market Share, Growth Trends and Forecast by segments, to 2035
5.1 World Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Potential and Growth Outlook, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
5.1 Global Sunflowerseed Meal Sales Outlook and CAGR Growth By Application, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
5.2 Global Sunflowerseed Meal Sales Outlook and CAGR Growth By Product Type, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
5.3 Global Sunflowerseed Meal Sales Outlook and CAGR Growth By End User, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
5.4 Global Sunflowerseed Meal Sales Outlook and CAGR Growth By Distribution Channel, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
5.5 Global Sunflowerseed Meal Market Sales Outlook and Growth by Region, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
6. Asia Pacific Sunflowerseed Meal Industry Statistics – Market Size, Share, Competition and Outlook
6.1 Asia Pacific Sunflowerseed Meal Market Insights, 2026
6.2 Asia Pacific Sunflowerseed Meal Market Revenue Forecast By Application, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
6.3 Asia Pacific Sunflowerseed Meal Market Revenue Forecast By Product Type, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
6.4 Asia Pacific Sunflowerseed Meal Market Revenue Forecast By End User, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
6.5 Asia Pacific Sunflowerseed Meal Market Revenue Forecast By Distribution Channel, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
6.6 Asia Pacific Sunflowerseed Meal Market Revenue Forecast by Country, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
6.6.1 China Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Opportunities, Growth 2025- 2035
6.6.2 India Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Opportunities, Growth 2025- 2035
6.6.3 Japan Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Opportunities, Growth 2025- 2035
6.6.4 Australia Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Opportunities, Growth 2025- 2035
7. Europe Sunflowerseed Meal Market Data, Penetration, and Business Prospects to 2035
7.1 Europe Sunflowerseed Meal Market Key Findings, 2026
7.2 Europe Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Percentage Breakdown By Application, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
7.3 Europe Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Percentage Breakdown By Product Type, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
7.4 Europe Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Percentage Breakdown By End User, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
7.5 Europe Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Percentage Breakdown By Distribution Channel, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
7.6 Europe Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size and Percentage Breakdown by Country, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
7.6.1 Germany Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Trends, Growth Outlook to 2035
7.6.2 United Kingdom Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Trends, Growth Outlook to 2035
7.6.2 France Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Trends, Growth Outlook to 2035
7.6.2 Italy Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Trends, Growth Outlook to 2035
7.6.2 Spain Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Trends, Growth Outlook to 2035
8. North America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Growth Trends, and Future Prospects to 2035
8.1 North America Snapshot, 2026
8.2 North America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Analysis and Outlook By Application, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
8.3 North America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Analysis and Outlook By Product Type, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
8.4 North America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Analysis and Outlook By End User, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
8.5 North America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Analysis and Outlook By Distribution Channel, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
8.6 North America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Analysis and Outlook by Country, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
8.6.1 United States Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Share, Growth Trends and Forecast, 2025- 2035
8.6.1 Canada Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Share, Growth Trends and Forecast, 2025- 2035
8.6.1 Mexico Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Share, Growth Trends and Forecast, 2025- 2035
9. South and Central America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Drivers, Challenges, and Future Prospects
9.1 Latin America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Data, 2026
9.2 Latin America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Future By Application, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
9.3 Latin America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Future By Product Type, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
9.4 Latin America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Future By End User, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
9.5 Latin America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Future By Distribution Channel, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
9.6 Latin America Sunflowerseed Meal Market Future by Country, 2025- 2035 ($ billion)
9.6.1 Brazil Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Share and Opportunities to 2035
9.6.2 Argentina Sunflowerseed Meal Market Size, Share and Opportunities to 2035
10. Middle East Africa Sunflowerseed Meal Market Outlook and Growth Prospects
10.1 Middle East Africa Overview, 2026
10.2 Middle East Africa Sunflowerseed Meal Market Statistics By Application, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
10.3 Middle East Africa Sunflowerseed Meal Market Statistics By Product Type, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
10.4 Middle East Africa Sunflowerseed Meal Market Statistics By End User, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
10.5 Middle East Africa Sunflowerseed Meal Market Statistics By Distribution Channel, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
10.6 Middle East Africa Sunflowerseed Meal Market Statistics by Country, 2025- 2035 (USD billion)
10.6.1 Middle East Sunflowerseed Meal Market Value, Trends, Growth Forecasts to 2035
10.6.2 Africa Sunflowerseed Meal Market Value, Trends, Growth Forecasts to 2035
11. Sunflowerseed Meal Market Structure and Competitive Landscape
11.1 Key Companies in Sunflowerseed Meal Industry
11.2 Sunflowerseed Meal Business Overview
11.3 Sunflowerseed Meal Product Portfolio Analysis
11.4 Financial Analysis
11.5 SWOT Analysis
12 Appendix
12.1 Global Sunflowerseed Meal Market Volume (Tons)
12.1 Global Sunflowerseed Meal Trade and Price Analysis
12.2 Sunflowerseed Meal Parent Market and Other Relevant Analysis
12.3 Publisher Expertise
12.2 Sunflowerseed Meal Industry Report Sources and Methodology
Research Methodology
Our research methodology combines primary and secondary research techniques to ensure comprehensive market analysis.
Primary Research
We conduct extensive interviews with industry experts, key opinion leaders, and market participants to gather first-hand insights.
Secondary Research
Our team analyzes published reports, company websites, financial statements, and industry databases to validate our findings.
Data Analysis
We employ advanced analytical tools and statistical methods to process and interpret market data accurately.
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