Sunflower seed meal is obtained by grinding the remaining product after the solvent extraction of oil from whole sunflower seeds. The nutritional value of sunflower meal varies significantly based on whether it is with or without the husk. If the husk is intact, the protein content of Expeller Sunflower Meal can drop up to 15%, while the cellulose content can rise up to 38%. In contrast, de-husked extraction Sunflower Meal can have a crude cellulose content of 15% and a crude protein content of over 40%. High-quality sunflower meal is particularly valuable for ruminant animals. It is utilized as an excellent source of protein, energy, and cellulose in dairy and beef cattle rations, contributing to balanced cellulose utilization.
