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 processing, and opportunities for value addition through a variety applications. Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) an economically valuable crop, admired its vibrant yellow flowers seeds rich in high-quality oil. oil derived from nutritionally valued high content unsaturated fatty acids, such as linolenic linoleic which help reduce cholesterol levels prevent arterial fat clots. Moreover, it contains essential vitamins A, D, E, K. cultivation primarily occurs warm regions, aligning with plant’s climatic preferences. As short-lived plant, sunflowers demonstrate drought resilience due their deep root system. In recent years, use has significantly expanded, driving economic growth. demand products sunflowers, including sprouts, roasted seeds, seed oil, even sunflower-based agricultural tourism, increased exponentially. Notably, hold particular importance they form basis integrated production systems, contributing creation various food non-food products. By presenting this information, we aim guide those interested enhancing utilization across sectors.