Exploring the Potential of Sunflowers: Agronomy, Applications, and Opportunities within Bio-Circular-Green Economy
The present review article is intended to provide comprehensive insights into the techniques of sunflower cultivation, methods of processing, and opportunities for value addition through a variety of applications. Sunflower (<i>Helianthus annuus</i> L.) is an economically valuable crop,...
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| author | Ratchanee Puttha Karthikeyan Venkatachalam Sayomphoo Hanpakdeesakul Jittimon Wongsa Thanya Parametthanuwat Pao Srean Kanokporn Pakeechai Narin Charoenphun |
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| description | The present review article is intended to provide comprehensive insights into the techniques of sunflower cultivation, methods of processing, and opportunities for value addition through a variety of applications. Sunflower (<i>Helianthus annuus</i> L.) is an economically valuable crop, admired for its vibrant yellow flowers and seeds rich in high-quality oil. The oil derived from sunflower seeds is nutritionally valued for its high content of unsaturated fatty acids, such as linolenic and linoleic acids, which help to reduce cholesterol levels and prevent arterial fat clots. Moreover, it contains essential vitamins A, D, E, and K. Sunflower cultivation primarily occurs in warm regions, aligning with the plant’s climatic preferences. As a short-lived plant, sunflowers demonstrate drought resilience due to their deep root system. In recent years, the use of sunflowers has significantly expanded, driving economic growth. The demand for products derived from sunflowers, including sprouts, roasted seeds, seed oil, and even sunflower-based agricultural tourism, has increased exponentially. Notably, sunflower seeds and their oil hold particular importance as they form the basis for integrated production systems, contributing to the creation of various food and non-food products. By presenting this information, we aim to provide a comprehensive guide for those interested in enhancing the utilization of sunflowers across various sectors. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-405daddade414530ad8ab9831b44290e2023-11-19T16:39:04ZengMDPI AGHorticulturae2311-75242023-09-01910107910.3390/horticulturae9101079Exploring the Potential of Sunflowers: Agronomy, Applications, and Opportunities within Bio-Circular-Green EconomyRatchanee Puttha0Karthikeyan Venkatachalam1Sayomphoo Hanpakdeesakul2Jittimon Wongsa3Thanya Parametthanuwat4Pao Srean5Kanokporn Pakeechai6Narin Charoenphun7Faculty of Agricultural Production, Maejo University, Chiang Mai 50290, ThailandFaculty of Innovative Agriculture and Fishery Establishment Project, Prince of Songkla University, Surat Thani Campus, Makham Tia, Muang, Surat Thani 84000, ThailandFaculty of Gems, Burapha University Chanthaburi Campus, Chanthaburi 22170, ThailandFaculty of Industrial Technology and Management, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (Prachinburi Campus), Muang 25230, ThailandFaculty of Industrial Technology and Management, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (Prachinburi Campus), Muang 25230, ThailandFaculty of Agriculture and Food Processing, National University of Battambang, Battambang 020101, CambodiaFaculty of Business Administration and Information Technology, Rajamangala University of Technology Suvanabhumi, Ayutthaya 13000, ThailandFaculty of Science and Arts, Burapha University Chanthaburi Campus, Chanthaburi 22170, ThailandThe present review article is intended to provide comprehensive insights into the techniques of sunflower cultivation, methods of processing, and opportunities for value addition through a variety of applications. Sunflower (<i>Helianthus annuus</i> L.) is an economically valuable crop, admired for its vibrant yellow flowers and seeds rich in high-quality oil. The oil derived from sunflower seeds is nutritionally valued for its high content of unsaturated fatty acids, such as linolenic and linoleic acids, which help to reduce cholesterol levels and prevent arterial fat clots. Moreover, it contains essential vitamins A, D, E, and K. Sunflower cultivation primarily occurs in warm regions, aligning with the plant’s climatic preferences. As a short-lived plant, sunflowers demonstrate drought resilience due to their deep root system. In recent years, the use of sunflowers has significantly expanded, driving economic growth. The demand for products derived from sunflowers, including sprouts, roasted seeds, seed oil, and even sunflower-based agricultural tourism, has increased exponentially. Notably, sunflower seeds and their oil hold particular importance as they form the basis for integrated production systems, contributing to the creation of various food and non-food products. By presenting this information, we aim to provide a comprehensive guide for those interested in enhancing the utilization of sunflowers across various sectors.https://www.mdpi.com/2311-7524/9/10/1079sunflowercultivationqualityeconomicagritourismBCG model |
| spellingShingle | Ratchanee Puttha Karthikeyan Venkatachalam Sayomphoo Hanpakdeesakul Jittimon Wongsa Thanya Parametthanuwat Pao Srean Kanokporn Pakeechai Narin Charoenphun Exploring the Potential of Sunflowers: Agronomy, Applications, and Opportunities within Bio-Circular-Green Economy Horticulturae sunflower cultivation quality economic agritourism BCG model |
| title | Exploring the Potential of Sunflowers: Agronomy, Applications, and Opportunities within Bio-Circular-Green Economy |
| title_full | Exploring the Potential of Sunflowers: Agronomy, Applications, and Opportunities within Bio-Circular-Green Economy |
| title_fullStr | Exploring the Potential of Sunflowers: Agronomy, Applications, and Opportunities within Bio-Circular-Green Economy |
| title_full_unstemmed | Exploring the Potential of Sunflowers: Agronomy, Applications, and Opportunities within Bio-Circular-Green Economy |
| title_short | Exploring the Potential of Sunflowers: Agronomy, Applications, and Opportunities within Bio-Circular-Green Economy |
| title_sort | exploring the potential of sunflowers agronomy applications and opportunities within bio circular green economy |
| topic | sunflower cultivation quality economic agritourism BCG model |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2311-7524/9/10/1079 |
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