Johannesburg oil production sunflowerseed

MARKET ANALYSIS: SUNFLOWER OIL Grain SA

  • Johannesburg oil production sunflowerseed
  • Johannesburg oil production sunflowerseed
  • Johannesburg oil production sunflowerseed
  • Johannesburg oil production sunflowerseed

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  • How much sunflower oil is produced in South Africa?
  • Annual global production of sunflower oil is about 18 million tons. As it utilises soil nutrients efficiently due to its deep roots, the crop is usually grown in dryland systems. South Africa’s sunflower seed production was 862 000t in 2018, according to the Crop Estimates Committee. Sunflower is produced mostly for its oil.
  • What is sunflower seed oil used for in South Africa?
  • In South Africa sunflower seed oil is mainly used for human consumption. It is used at home or in restaurants and fast food outlets for frying and it is also used by food manufacturers as an ingredient in many food products such as salad dressings, mayonnaise and margarine.
  • How much sunflower seed does South Africa produce a year?
  • South Africa produced between 500 000 to 800 000 tons of sunflower seed per year between 2005 to 2010. Sunflower seeds are harvested from January up until June depending on the production area and planting time. Sunflower seed can be stored for up to 12 months.
  • How long does sunflower seed oil last in South Africa?
  • The technology used for processing in South Africa is on par with foreign competitors (need to confirm). Sunflower seed oil has a shelve life of 12 months (FAO, 2010). The tables below lists the sunflower seed processing companies as well as the oilseed refineries and their capacities.

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