Which countries produce the most sunflower oil in the world?
Sunflower oil is one of the most commonly produced vegetable oils globally. In 2021, world production of sunflower oil was 18.5 million tonnes, led by Russia and Ukraine, which together accounted for 55% of the total.
What is the process of extracting sunflower oil?
Sunflower oil is extracted from the seed of the sunflower and sold as a standalone product or as an additive in other items. The process often involves solvent extraction methods. Sunflower oil extraction is when manufacturers remove the desirable compounds from the sunflower seed.
Where does sunflower oil come from in India?
India imports more than 90 per cent of its sunflower oil from Russia and Ukraine, though sunflower oil accounts for about 14 per cent of its total edible oil imports. According to The Times of India, India imports nearly 2.5 million tonnes of sunflower oil, 70 per cent of which comes from Ukraine while 20 per cent is supplied by Russia.
Are there different types of sunflower oil seeds?
Several varieties of sunflower oil seeds have been developed by standard plant breeding methods, mainly to vary the amounts of oleic acid and linoleic acid which, respectively, are the predominant monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats in sunflower oil. Sunflower oil is a rich source of vitamin E (tables).