In South Africa, sunflower is planted from the beginning of November until the end of December in the eastern areas and until mid-January in the western areas. The soil should be sampled correctly, well ahead of planting, and analysed to obtain a reliable indication of the soil fertility status.
Which plant oil is used in the production of sunflower cake?
About 50% of the demand for plant oil is satisfied by locally produced sunflower seed. The balance is made up of imports and other local plant oils such as canola, cotton seed and soya. Sunflower cake is an important by-product of the oil extraction process. It is a source of protein used by animal feed manufacturers.
Which type of sunflower seed is most important in the RSA?
In the RSA high-oil sunflower seed is by far the most important type produced. Sunflower seed is the most important source of plant oil for human consumption in the RSA. About 50% of the demand for plant oil is satisfied by locally produced sunflower seed.
What is the main source of plant oil in the RSA?
Sunflower seed is the most important source of plant oil for human consumption in the RSA. About 50% of the demand for plant oil is satisfied by locally produced sunflower seed. The balance is made up of imports and other local plant oils such as canola, cotton seed and soya. Sunflower cake is an important by-product of the oil extraction process.