extraction of oil seed

Description:

Sunflower meal is a by-product obtained after extraction of oilfrom the black seeds. Sunflower meal is an excellent livestockfeed, especially for ruminants.  It is the fourth largestprotein supplement used after soyabean meal, cottonseed meal andcanola meals. It is the only source of protein in beef rations,Nutrients in sunflower meal usually vary depending on factors likeoil content, extent of hull removal, and efficiency of oilextraction. The major source of variation in nutrient content ofthe meal is however the hull or fiber content in the meal.Sunflower meal is commonly used in form of pellets and can bestored for extended periods of time.