Oil Seed Crops

Oilseed crops are grown for the purpose of extraction of oil, which is contained in their seeds. The oil content of different oilseed crops varies from 20% for soybean to 40% for sunflowers etc. Seed oils are used for industrial as well as edible purposes. Major world oilseed crops are soybean, sunflower, Brassica, canola, coconut, oil palm, rapeseed, peanuts, rice, and cotton.

castor oil ricinus

Castor Beans Plant – Grow, Plant Care, Nomenclature

The term”castor tree” typically refers to the castor oil plant scientifically known as Ricinus communis […]

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sunflower seed for eating

When and How to Harvest Sunflower Seeds for Eating

Harvesting sunflower seeds for eating can be a rewarding experience, as they are not only […]

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olive oil

Olive

Olive is a small fruit that comes from the olive tree (Olea europaea). It is […]

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peanut oil

Peanuts

Peanuts are an important food crop grown widely in the tropics and warmer temperate regions […]

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Mustard

Mustard is a cool-season crop. Mustard matures in 30 to 50 days so time the […]

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sunflower seed oil

All About Sunflowers: Types, Planting Guide, and Health Benefits

Sunflowers are annual plants. Sunflowers are sun worshipers that grow best in spots that get […]

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