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U.S. Sunflower Seed Production Maps by State, 1962–2026

Oil and non-oil sunflower seeds produced by state, measured in pounds. Compare United States state maps from 1962–2026, measured in pounds of sunflower seeds, using USDA NASS Quick Stats.

Latest map

Oil and non-oil sunflower seeds produced by state, measured in pounds. Sunflower seed production by state in United States, 2026. Measured in pounds of sunflower seeds. Source: USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). Highest reported values: North Dakota: 1,064,700,000 pounds of sunflower seeds; South Dakota: 896,400,000 pounds of sunflower seeds; Minnesota: 193,625,000 pounds of sunflower seeds.

Historical years

Explore 65 editions from 1962–2026. Each year links to the published figures, leading regions, source attribution, and missing-value notes. Compare the earliest and latest editions below. The source may revise historical estimates.

1962 · Highest reported values: North Dakota: 12,250,000 pounds of sunflower seeds.

2026 · Highest reported values: North Dakota: 1,064,700,000 pounds of sunflower seeds; South Dakota: 896,400,000 pounds of sunflower seeds; Minnesota: 193,625,000 pounds of sunflower seeds.