Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits market in Lithuania

Earlier Report Observations

The market for oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in Lithuania expanded significantly from 2018 to 2020, with the total market volume growing from 5 751 t to 10 506 t. During the initial years, market activity was characterized by active monitoring of purchase prices and volumes for organic grains and oilseeds, reflecting underlying consumer demand and market dynamics.

Market volume contracted to 8 384 t in 2021, a period which saw the continued activity of cooperatives and family farms in the Lithuanian oil industry, producing oils from rapeseed, linseed, hemp, and other oilseeds, indicating the emergence of new product segments. A more pronounced decline followed in 2022, with the market falling to 6 382 t. This was largely driven by geopolitical factors, specifically the war in Ukraine, which disrupted supply chains and caused price volatility across the sector. Concurrently, a shift in consumer behavior towards organic and local products influenced market accessibility and consumption patterns.

In 2023, the market showed a partial recovery, increasing to 7 066 t.

Production oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in Lithuania

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Top producers of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, 2018-2021

World map of production of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, 2018-2021

Lithuania's production of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits saw a two-year increase before declining. In 2021, the country produced 7 290 tonnes, marking a significant 12.3% drop from the previous year. Looking at the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 70.7%, which translates to an average annual increase of 19.5%. The highest output was recorded in 2020 at 8 310 tonnes, with that year also seeing the largest annual rise of 45.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports oil seeds and oleaginous fruits from Lithuania

Exports in kind, t

The market for exports in kind showed noticeable fluctuations during this period. Volumes reached their lowest point in 2018 and peaked in 2021, representing a 2.2-fold increase over those years. In 2021, Lithuania exported 2 650 tonnes of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, up 47.2% from 2020. The largest annual decline occurred in 2020 at 24.2%, while the biggest increase was in 2019 with a 94.3% jump.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Estonia, and the United States were the top destinations for Lithuania's exports in kind. Germany accounted for 28.0% of exports, Estonia for 15.1%, and the United States for 10.0%. Together, these three countries made up 53.0% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Lithuania's exports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in value terms grew for the third year in a row. In 2021, the country exported 11 840 thousand US dollars' worth, showing a sharp 48.0% year-on-year increase. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports rose by 150.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 35.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Germany, the United States, and Estonia remained the primary markets for Lithuania's exports in value terms. Germany held a 23.3% share, the United States 21.8%, and Estonia 11.5%. Collectively, these three countries accounted for 56.7% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021

Imports oil seeds and oleaginous fruits to Lithuania

Imports in kind, t

Imports in kind displayed irregular changes, reflecting a volatile market environment. Volumes hit their lowest in 2018 and peaked in 2019, with a 1.8-fold difference between these years. In 2021, Lithuania imported 3 744 tonnes, down 6.3% from 2020. The highest import volume was in 2019 at 4 765 tonnes. The largest annual decrease was in 2020 at 16.1%, while the biggest increase occurred in 2019 with a 76.3% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

During 2018-2021, Estonia, Russia, and Czechia were the leading sources for Lithuania's imports in kind. Estonia contributed 46.6% of imports, Russia 7.5%, and Czechia 6.4%. Together, these three countries represented 60.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2021, Lithuania's imports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in value terms amounted to 7 230 thousand US dollars, a modest 1.9% increase from 2020. From 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 24.1%, averaging 7.5% per year. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 9 456 thousand US dollars. The largest annual decline was in 2020 at 25.0%, while the highest increase was in 2019 with a 62.3% jump.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Estonia, Czechia, and Germany consistently led in the country structure of imports in value terms. Estonia accounted for 34.9% of imports, Czechia for 9.6%, and Germany for 9.6%. These three countries together made up 54.1% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021