Sunflower Seeds Market Report Scope & Overview:

The Sunflower Seeds Market size was valued at USD 2.16 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 4.02 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.41% during 2026-2035.

The Sunflower Seeds Market analysis report gives a comprehensive review of market trends, cultivation methods and processing technologies. Growing demand for healthy snacking, growing utilization in food and oil production, and advancements in seed varieties and sustainable farming will fuel growth from 2026-2035.

Over 60% of health-conscious consumers have included sunflower seeds in their daily snacking habits.

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Sunflower Seeds Market Trends:

• Growing consumer preference for nutritious snacks and healthier edible oils is driving sunflower seed demand.

• Awareness of health benefits, including high protein, essential fatty acids, and vitamins, encourages wider adoption.

• Sunflower seeds’ versatility in snacks, bakery, and confectionery applications supports continuous market expansion.

• Rapid growth of online retail platforms increases direct access to consumers and market visibility.

• E-commerce enables convenient purchases, bulk orders, subscriptions, and enhances consumer engagement.

• Digital marketing and specialized online stores promote premium and specialty sunflower seed products, boosting sales.

The U.S. Sunflower Seeds Market size was valued at USD 0.58 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 0.84 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 3.92% during 2026-2035. The U.S. market growth is motivated by increasing consumer inclination toward healthy snacks and edible oils, with the higher disposable income. Growing organized retail and online streams and also growing awareness about nutritional benefits of sunflower seeds are driving the demand. Rampant utilization in bakery, snacks & confectionary products augments market size, as well introduction of packaged and on-the-go alternatives to lure health-conscious individuals will drive market growth over the forecast period.

Sunflower Seeds Market Growth Drivers:

• Increasing Consumer Preference for Healthy Snacks and Oils Boosting Sunflower Seeds Demand Rapidly

Consumers are increasingly shifting toward nutritious snacking options and healthier edible oils, significantly boosting demand for sunflower seeds growth. Increasing knowledge of their nutritional value such as high protein, essential fatty acids and vitamins has been propelling them for use in household and commercial food practices. Continuous expansion of the market is also being fueled by health-conscious fads, in conjunction with the change toward plant-based and low-cholesterol diets. Moreover, usage of sunflower seeds in filling cuts & mixture is encouraging the consumption rates which is in turn fuelling the market growth across developed and emerging countries, favoring bright future for industry.

Over 60% of health-conscious consumers now include sunflower seeds in their daily diet.

Sunflower Seeds Market Restraints:

• High Dependence on Agricultural Land and Seasonal Cultivation Restricting Sunflower Seeds Market Expansion

Sunflower seeds production relies heavily on suitable agricultural land, seasonal cycles, and optimal weather conditions. Limited arable land and dependence on seasons expose production to risks of droughts, floods or extreme temperatures. This variability applies to both quality and quantity of yield, which affects stability in supply. Cost is a major challenge for smallholder farmers to utilise modern farming methods. Then there are varying input costs of fertilizers, seeds and pesticides that increase the financial risk. These agri-ecological prerequisites are limiting the possibility of major expansion in deliveries of sunflower seeds and pose a supply-side bottleneck that prevents maximising the potential expansion in sunflower seed production.

Sunflower Seeds Market Opportunities:

• Emerging E-Commerce and Online Distribution Channels Creating Growth Opportunities for Sunflower Seeds

The rapid growth of online retail platforms offers sunflower seed manufacturers and distributors direct access to consumers, increasing market reach and visibility. Consumer experience e-commerce channels bring convenience, bulk and subscription buying options that improve consumer stickiness. Digital marketing mechanics and social media advertising continue to educate consumers on the benefits of health, creating greater adoption. Specialised online health and organic stores are increasingly offering premium and specialist sunflower seed products. With the introduction of e-retailer networks and optimised logistic/supply chain integration, there is a great chance to expand sales and market position for sunflower seeds.

Over 50% of consumers now purchase sunflower seeds through e-commerce platforms.

Key Sunflower Seeds Market Segment Analysis:

• By Type, Oil Seed held the largest share of around 61.10% in 2025, whereas Non-Oil Seed is projected to be the fastest-growing segment with a CAGR of 4.50%.

• By Application, Edible Oil segment dominated the market with 50.60% share in 2025, while Snacks segment is expected to register the highest growth with a CAGR of 5.83%.

• By Distribution Channel, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets accounted for the leading share of 39.20% in 2025, whereas Online Retail segment is anticipated to be the fastest-growing segment with a CAGR of 4.80%.

• By Source, Hybrids segment led the market with about 33.24% share in 2025, and is forecasted to grow the fastest at a CAGR of 5%.

By Type, Oil Seed Leads Market While Non-Oil Seed Registers Fastest Growth:

Oil Seed segment dominated the Sunflower Seeds Market with a revenue share of about 61.10% in 2025 on account of high yield fat content ratio coupled with enhanced processing efficiency. High-yielding varieties and seeds of sunflower are also provided by Corteva Agriscience, which further strengthens its position. The Non-Oil Seed segment will account the maximum share, followed by a growth rate of initialized around 7.20% from 2026 to 2035 due to increasing application in snacks, bakery and confectionary use cases. Spitz is a line of non-oil sunflower seed snacks providing the potential for quick acceptance.

By Application, Edible Oil Segment Dominate While Snacks Segment Shows Rapid Growth:

Edible Oil segment dominated the market with a revenue share of about 45.20% in 2025, driven by high household and commercial utilization, less saturated fat and nutritional advantages. Sunflower seeds of the oil type are provided by Bayer AG in high volume, augmenting its leading position, both with respect to pattern analysis results. Snacks segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of about 7.4% from 2026-2035, on account of convenience offered by snacks and rising health-conscious consumers and innovation in ready-to-eat products. Red River Commodities Inc. sells several sunflower seed snacks that add to the expansion.

By Distribution Channel, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets Segment Lead While Online Retail Segment Registers Fastest Growth:

Supermarkets/Hypermarkets segment dominated the market with a revenue share of about 39.20% in 2025 owing to convenience, bulk purchase and brand availability. Pinar Kuruyemis provides packaged sunflower seeds to big supermarket chains, contributing to this supremacy. Online Retail segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of about 8.40% from 2026-2035, due to rising e-commerce penetration, convenience and plethora of options. Through Tridge, traders can buy and sell sunflower seeds online, helping to grow that aspect of his business.

By Source, Hybrids Segment Lead and Grows the Fastest:

Hybrids segment dominated the market with a revenue share of about 67.20% in 2025 as a result of higher productivity, resistance power to diseases and consistent production. KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA is offering new hybrid sunflower seed varieties, strengthening its market leading position. The same Hybrids segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of about 7.80% from 2026-2035, owing to cited factors such as farmer adoption and higher productivity. Corteva Agriscience is a reliable promoter of hybrid seeds and contribute to accelerated market growth.

Sunflower Seeds Market Regional Analysis:

Europe Sunflower Seeds Market Insights:

Europe region dominated the Sunflower Seeds Market with a revenue share of about 75.70% in 2025 due to well-established production, processing, and distribution infrastructure. Ukraine, Russia and France are some of the largest in both domestic use and exports. Proper agricultural practices along with wide scale acceptance of high yielding seed and well supported regulations offers a reliable source.

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Asia Pacific Sunflower Seeds Market Insights:

Asia Pacific segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of about 5.80% from 2026-2035 on account of increasing edible oil consumption and surging consumer awareness about health benefits. Urbanization, dietary shift and growth of the bakery, snack and confectionery industries fuel market uptake. Increased investment in agri-tech and seed production also supports domestic output.

North America Sunflower Seeds Market Insights:

North America’s Sunflower Seeds Market is due to increasing health consciouness among the consumer and surging use of edible oils. Both the U.S. and Canada are among leading contributors, backed by developed agricultural practices and organised retail growth. Growing promotion of sunflower seeds in snacks, bakery, and confectionery products, combined with a robust distribution network and health consciousness are driving overall growth in the region.

Latin America (LATAM) and Middle East & Africa (MEA) Sunflower Seeds Market Insights:

The Middle East & Africa and Latin America sunflower seeds markets are expanding on account of increasing health-conscious consumers and surging demand for edible oils and snacks. UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, South Africa, Brazil and Argentina are the key markets propelling demand owing to rising retail penetration rate, growing awareness toward health concerns and changing dietary patterns.

Sunflower Seeds Market Competitive Landscape:

Corteva Agriscience is a leading agricultural company specializing in high-yield seeds and crop protection solutions. The company offers Pioneer Sunflower Hybrid Seeds, which are characterized by high oil content and disease resistance in the sunflower seeds market and Mycogen Sunflower Seeds, with uniformity of growth add good adaptation to varying climates. These offerings enable farmers to deliver maximum productivity and profitability with a broad range of products including traditional grower practices; enabling Corteva's leadership in the space for innovation in quality.

• In January 2026, Corteva Agriscience launched a joint venture with bp to develop sunflower, mustard, and canola crops as sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel feedstocks, partnering with farmers to scale bio-based feedstock production across multiple regions.

Syngenta Group is a multinational agribusiness focused on seed innovation and crop protection solutions. The companys sunflower seed offerings include the Helianthus Sunflower Seeds that is bred for a high yield and resistance to pests, and the Sunvigor Hybrid Seeds for higher oil content and adaptability across various soil types. These solutions equip growers with the tools they need to enhance performance across their crops and address the growing demand for edible oils, and further reinforcing Syngenta’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and building on its reputation as a reliable partner in sunflower seeds.

• In March 2025, Syngenta introduced a sustainable sourcing program for sunflower crops, collaborating with food companies to encourage regenerative farming practices, improve traceable sunflower oil supply, and offer premium pricing to growers while integrating digital tools to monitor crop performance.

Red River Commodities Inc. is a U.S.-based company engaged in processing, packaging, and distributing sunflower seeds for consumer and industrial use. Its Roasted Sunflower Seeds now are among the most favorite of healthy snack foods, and its Salted Sunflower Seeds make a great flavor booster when used as an ingredient. Through high-quality products, reliable supply and broadening retail and bulk sales channels, Red River Commodities is able to meet these various markets and growing world demand as it deepens its position as the largest sunflower seed supplier.

• In April 2025, Red River Commodities announced closure of its sunflower processing facility in Colby, Kansas, affecting processing capacity of sunflower seeds and related products while maintaining operations at remaining facilities to support specialty seed and ingredient supply.

Sunflower Seeds Market Key Players:

Some of the Sunflower Seeds Market Companies are:

• Corteva Agriscience

• Syngenta Group Co., Ltd.

• Bayer AG

• Groupe Limagrain Holding

• KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA

• BASF

• Land O’Lakes Inc.

• Nufarm

• Red River Commodities Inc.

• Pinar Kuruyemis

• Skybridge Exim

• Di Carlo Srl

• Agro Grains

• Union Power Industrial Corporation Limited

• Prima Materia Food Ingredients GmbH

• BIGS

• David Seeds

• Spitz

• L'Orenta Nuts

• George J Howe Co.