Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is the third most produced oilseed crop in the world , and its demand for edible oil has been increasing globally and regionally , . In Tanzania, sunflower production is critical as it is one of the most important vegetable oils with high value and importance in the international market . … …
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.
Which countries import sunflower oil?
75% of sunflower oil imports are bought by 8?countries (see Tab. 2 ). EU, CIS (mainly Ukraine and Russia) and Turkey are also exporters. The European Union is net importer of approx. 0.9?MnT /year; CIS is net exporter of 7.7?MnT.
Is sunflower oil a plant?
The oil sunflower (Helianthus annuus Linn.) belongs to the Asteraceae family. As the third-most-oil-producing plant, its seed accounts for 10% of plant-derived oil in the world [1, 2]. Sunflower seeds contain about 15% protein, 58% total lipids, and 24% carbohydrates . …