NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEABOUT NSAJOIN NSAONLINE DIRECTORYDAILY MARKET NEWSCONTACT USALL ABOUT SUNFLOWER The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or RECIPES - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

DAILY MARKET NEWS

In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices hit new market highs this week adding 50 cents to $1.25 per cwt. New crop prices were up 50 to 65 cents and trading in a range of $26.85-$28.25 at the crush plants.

NUSUN

NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows. LINOLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL Margarine made with sunflower oil Linoleic sunflower oil is the original sunflower oil and until recently has been the most common type of sunflower oil. It is a polyunsaturated oil with low saturated fat levels, a clean, light taste and is high in Vitamin E. This type

of

SUNFLOWER MOTH

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

COOKIES, BARS, & DESSERTS Apple Sunflower Strudel. Crispy Health Bars. Crunchy Sunflower Kernel Fruit Cookies. European Chocolate Sunflower Cake. South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies. Strawberry Cream Tart with Crunchy Sunflower Crust. Sunbutter Scotcharoos. Sunflower and Dried Cranberry Pralines.

Sunflower Cookies.

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEABOUT NSAJOIN NSAONLINE DIRECTORYDAILY MARKET NEWSCONTACT USALL ABOUT SUNFLOWER The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or RECIPES - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

DAILY MARKET NEWS

In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices hit new market highs this week adding 50 cents to $1.25 per cwt. New crop prices were up 50 to 65 cents and trading in a range of $26.85-$28.25 at the crush plants.

NUSUN

NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows. LINOLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL Margarine made with sunflower oil Linoleic sunflower oil is the original sunflower oil and until recently has been the most common type of sunflower oil. It is a polyunsaturated oil with low saturated fat levels, a clean, light taste and is high in Vitamin E. This type

of

SUNFLOWER MOTH

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

COOKIES, BARS, & DESSERTS Apple Sunflower Strudel. Crispy Health Bars. Crunchy Sunflower Kernel Fruit Cookies. European Chocolate Sunflower Cake. South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies. Strawberry Cream Tart with Crunchy Sunflower Crust. Sunbutter Scotcharoos. Sunflower and Dried Cranberry Pralines.

Sunflower Cookies.

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or

GROWERS

The Growers section addresses many factors influencing a successful crop of sunflower. You'll find information about insects, diseases, weeds, yield trials, planting, and a multitude of other resources with you, the grower, in mind. Click this link LDP prices to view the LINOLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL Margarine made with sunflower oil Linoleic sunflower oil is the original sunflower oil and until recently has been the most common type of sunflower oil. It is a polyunsaturated oil with low saturated fat levels, a clean, light taste and is high in Vitamin E. This type

of sunflower oil

INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds. CONTACT US - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM 2401 46th Avenue SE, Suite 206. Mandan, ND 58554-4829. Phone (701) 328-5100. Toll free (888) 718-7033. NSA Staff. John Sandbakken.

Executive Director.

SUNFLOWER MOTH

Adult sunflower moth The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at onset of bloom or within seven days HIGH OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL High Oleic Sunflower Oil Favorably Impacts Health: Summary: A diet rich in high-oleic-acid sunflower oil favorably alters low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglycerides, and factor VII coagulant activity. Findings: Substitution of foods rich in saturated fat with foods rich in high-oleic-acid sunflower oil and margarine has favorable outcomes on blood lipids and factor VIIc. U.S. CONFECTION EXPORTS The U.S. continues to be the dominant supplier of confection sunflower in-shell and kernel worldwide. Recognized as having the highest quality, U.S. processors of confection sunflower have developed technology that currently surpasses any other supplier in both volume

capacity and

OIL PROFILES

The fatty acid profiles of different fats and oils are shown in the chart below. Fatty Acid Chart. Research on Oil Compositions. Sixty-six samples of NuSun seed were collected from the major geographical areas in the United States where the crop is grown and included the states of Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma

THE AMAZING KERNEL

The National Sunflower Association. Sunflower kernel According to research completed in March 2001 by Dr. K. Phillips of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, sunflower kernel is rich in a number of components that have been shown to protect against cardiovascular and other diseases and to act as antioxidants and anticarcinogens; thus the kernel can be considered a functional food. NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEABOUT NSAJOIN NSAONLINE DIRECTORYDAILY MARKET NEWSCONTACT USALL ABOUT SUNFLOWER The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or RECIPES - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

DAILY MARKET NEWS

In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices hit new market highs this week adding 50 cents to $1.25 per cwt. New crop prices were up 50 to 65 cents and trading in a range of $26.85-$28.25 at the crush plants.

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows.

NUSUN

NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

SUNFLOWER MOTH

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

FUNGICIDES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Apply at 4-8 fl oz/A. Apply according to the use directions for sunflower under the Oilseed Crops section of the federal label. For control of several fungal diseases including Alternaria leaf spot, Cercospora leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Rust, Septoria leaf spot, and White rust. Apply at 2.5-4.0 fl oz/acre. COOKIES, BARS, & DESSERTS Apple Sunflower Strudel. Crispy Health Bars. Crunchy Sunflower Kernel Fruit Cookies. European Chocolate Sunflower Cake. South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies. Strawberry Cream Tart with Crunchy Sunflower Crust. Sunbutter Scotcharoos. Sunflower and Dried Cranberry Pralines.

Sunflower Cookies.

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEABOUT NSAJOIN NSAONLINE DIRECTORYDAILY MARKET NEWSCONTACT USALL ABOUT SUNFLOWER The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or RECIPES - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

DAILY MARKET NEWS

In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices hit new market highs this week adding 50 cents to $1.25 per cwt. New crop prices were up 50 to 65 cents and trading in a range of $26.85-$28.25 at the crush plants.

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows.

NUSUN

NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

SUNFLOWER MOTH

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

FUNGICIDES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Apply at 4-8 fl oz/A. Apply according to the use directions for sunflower under the Oilseed Crops section of the federal label. For control of several fungal diseases including Alternaria leaf spot, Cercospora leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Rust, Septoria leaf spot, and White rust. Apply at 2.5-4.0 fl oz/acre. COOKIES, BARS, & DESSERTS Apple Sunflower Strudel. Crispy Health Bars. Crunchy Sunflower Kernel Fruit Cookies. European Chocolate Sunflower Cake. South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies. Strawberry Cream Tart with Crunchy Sunflower Crust. Sunbutter Scotcharoos. Sunflower and Dried Cranberry Pralines.

Sunflower Cookies.

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

BUYERS AND SELLERS

Date. Buyers and Sellers. Home » Buyers and Sellers. This section offers a national listing of sunflower suppliers, producers and manufacturers. To locate a company within a particular area, choose a category from the list below. Bird Food. Combine Headers. Confection Processors. Confection Roasters. INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

SUNFLOWER PRICING

Historically, the non-oilseed price has exceeded the oilseed price in a range of $3.50-$6.00 per hundredweight. Dynamics to consider as a sunflower oil or confection seed buyer. As a buyer, to insure you have the oil and or seeds you will need throughout the year you will need to stay in touch with your supplier and commit to purchases as early

HISTORY

History of the Amazing Sunflower: Close-up of a single blooming sunflower in a field of sunflowers The story of sunflower (Helianthus Annuus ) is indeed amazing. The wild sunflower is native to North America but commercialization of the plant took place in Russia. LINOLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL Margarine made with sunflower oil Linoleic sunflower oil is the original sunflower oil and until recently has been the most common type of sunflower oil. It is a polyunsaturated oil with low saturated fat levels, a clean, light taste and is high in Vitamin E. This type

of sunflower oil

SUNFLOWER AS A FEED

Sunflower Meal Uses Sunflower meal is the fourth largest oilseed meal produced and consumed in the world. Sunflower meal has the greatest potential use in ruminant rations but also has a place as a protein supplement in non-ruminant rations. NEWS - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM News - sunflowernsa.com sunflowernsa

SUNFLOWER MOTH

Adult sunflower moth The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at onset of bloom or within seven days SUNFLOWER HIGHLIGHTS USDA ARS seeking research leader: The USDA-ARS Sunflower and Plant Biology Research Unit located in Fargo, ND is seeking a full-time, permanent Supervisory Research Plant Physiologist, Research Geneticist, or Research Chemist to serve in a leadership role as a Research Leader (RL) for the Unit, responsible for all fiscal, personnel, facilities, and programmatic aspects of the Unit. HIGH OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL High Oleic Sunflower Oil Favorably Impacts Health: Summary: A diet rich in high-oleic-acid sunflower oil favorably alters low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglycerides, and factor VII coagulant activity. Findings: Substitution of foods rich in saturated fat with foods rich in high-oleic-acid sunflower oil and margarine has favorable outcomes on blood lipids and factor VIIc. NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEABOUT NSAJOIN NSAONLINE DIRECTORYDAILY MARKET NEWSCONTACT USALL ABOUT SUNFLOWER The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or RECIPES - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

DAILY MARKET NEWS

In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices hit new market highs this week adding 50 cents to $1.25 per cwt. New crop prices were up 50 to 65 cents and trading in a range of $26.85-$28.25 at the crush plants.

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows.

NUSUN

NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

SUNFLOWER MOTH

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

FUNGICIDES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Apply at 4-8 fl oz/A. Apply according to the use directions for sunflower under the Oilseed Crops section of the federal label. For control of several fungal diseases including Alternaria leaf spot, Cercospora leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Rust, Septoria leaf spot, and White rust. Apply at 2.5-4.0 fl oz/acre. COOKIES, BARS, & DESSERTS Apple Sunflower Strudel. Crispy Health Bars. Crunchy Sunflower Kernel Fruit Cookies. European Chocolate Sunflower Cake. South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies. Strawberry Cream Tart with Crunchy Sunflower Crust. Sunbutter Scotcharoos. Sunflower and Dried Cranberry Pralines.

Sunflower Cookies.

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEABOUT NSAJOIN NSAONLINE DIRECTORYDAILY MARKET NEWSCONTACT USALL ABOUT SUNFLOWER The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or RECIPES - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

DAILY MARKET NEWS

In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices hit new market highs this week adding 50 cents to $1.25 per cwt. New crop prices were up 50 to 65 cents and trading in a range of $26.85-$28.25 at the crush plants.

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows.

NUSUN

NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

SUNFLOWER MOTH

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

FUNGICIDES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Apply at 4-8 fl oz/A. Apply according to the use directions for sunflower under the Oilseed Crops section of the federal label. For control of several fungal diseases including Alternaria leaf spot, Cercospora leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Rust, Septoria leaf spot, and White rust. Apply at 2.5-4.0 fl oz/acre. COOKIES, BARS, & DESSERTS Apple Sunflower Strudel. Crispy Health Bars. Crunchy Sunflower Kernel Fruit Cookies. European Chocolate Sunflower Cake. South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies. Strawberry Cream Tart with Crunchy Sunflower Crust. Sunbutter Scotcharoos. Sunflower and Dried Cranberry Pralines.

Sunflower Cookies.

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

BUYERS AND SELLERS

Date. Buyers and Sellers. Home » Buyers and Sellers. This section offers a national listing of sunflower suppliers, producers and manufacturers. To locate a company within a particular area, choose a category from the list below. Bird Food. Combine Headers. Confection Processors. Confection Roasters. INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

SUNFLOWER PRICING

Historically, the non-oilseed price has exceeded the oilseed price in a range of $3.50-$6.00 per hundredweight. Dynamics to consider as a sunflower oil or confection seed buyer. As a buyer, to insure you have the oil and or seeds you will need throughout the year you will need to stay in touch with your supplier and commit to purchases as early

HISTORY

History of the Amazing Sunflower: Close-up of a single blooming sunflower in a field of sunflowers The story of sunflower (Helianthus Annuus ) is indeed amazing. The wild sunflower is native to North America but commercialization of the plant took place in Russia. LINOLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL Margarine made with sunflower oil Linoleic sunflower oil is the original sunflower oil and until recently has been the most common type of sunflower oil. It is a polyunsaturated oil with low saturated fat levels, a clean, light taste and is high in Vitamin E. This type

of sunflower oil

SUNFLOWER AS A FEED

Sunflower Meal Uses Sunflower meal is the fourth largest oilseed meal produced and consumed in the world. Sunflower meal has the greatest potential use in ruminant rations but also has a place as a protein supplement in non-ruminant rations. NEWS - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM News - sunflowernsa.com sunflowernsa

SUNFLOWER MOTH

Adult sunflower moth The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at onset of bloom or within seven days SUNFLOWER HIGHLIGHTS USDA ARS seeking research leader: The USDA-ARS Sunflower and Plant Biology Research Unit located in Fargo, ND is seeking a full-time, permanent Supervisory Research Plant Physiologist, Research Geneticist, or Research Chemist to serve in a leadership role as a Research Leader (RL) for the Unit, responsible for all fiscal, personnel, facilities, and programmatic aspects of the Unit. HIGH OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL High Oleic Sunflower Oil Favorably Impacts Health: Summary: A diet rich in high-oleic-acid sunflower oil favorably alters low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglycerides, and factor VII coagulant activity. Findings: Substitution of foods rich in saturated fat with foods rich in high-oleic-acid sunflower oil and margarine has favorable outcomes on blood lipids and factor VIIc. NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEABOUT NSAJOIN NSAONLINE DIRECTORYDAILY MARKET NEWSCONTACT USALL ABOUT SUNFLOWER The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or RECIPES - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

DAILY MARKET NEWS

In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices hit new market highs this week adding 50 cents to $1.25 per cwt. New crop prices were up 50 to 65 cents and trading in a range of $26.85-$28.25 at the crush plants.

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows.

NUSUN

NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

SUNFLOWER MOTH

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

FUNGICIDES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Apply at 4-8 fl oz/A. Apply according to the use directions for sunflower under the Oilseed Crops section of the federal label. For control of several fungal diseases including Alternaria leaf spot, Cercospora leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Rust, Septoria leaf spot, and White rust. Apply at 2.5-4.0 fl oz/acre. COOKIES, BARS, & DESSERTS Apple Sunflower Strudel. Crispy Health Bars. Crunchy Sunflower Kernel Fruit Cookies. European Chocolate Sunflower Cake. South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies. Strawberry Cream Tart with Crunchy Sunflower Crust. Sunbutter Scotcharoos. Sunflower and Dried Cranberry Pralines.

Sunflower Cookies.

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEABOUT NSAJOIN NSAONLINE DIRECTORYDAILY MARKET NEWSCONTACT USALL ABOUT SUNFLOWER The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or RECIPES - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

DAILY MARKET NEWS

In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices hit new market highs this week adding 50 cents to $1.25 per cwt. New crop prices were up 50 to 65 cents and trading in a range of $26.85-$28.25 at the crush plants.

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows.

NUSUN

NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

SUNFLOWER MOTH

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

FUNGICIDES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Apply at 4-8 fl oz/A. Apply according to the use directions for sunflower under the Oilseed Crops section of the federal label. For control of several fungal diseases including Alternaria leaf spot, Cercospora leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Rust, Septoria leaf spot, and White rust. Apply at 2.5-4.0 fl oz/acre. COOKIES, BARS, & DESSERTS Apple Sunflower Strudel. Crispy Health Bars. Crunchy Sunflower Kernel Fruit Cookies. European Chocolate Sunflower Cake. South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies. Strawberry Cream Tart with Crunchy Sunflower Crust. Sunbutter Scotcharoos. Sunflower and Dried Cranberry Pralines.

Sunflower Cookies.

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

BUYERS AND SELLERS

Date. Buyers and Sellers. Home » Buyers and Sellers. This section offers a national listing of sunflower suppliers, producers and manufacturers. To locate a company within a particular area, choose a category from the list below. Bird Food. Combine Headers. Confection Processors. Confection Roasters. INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds.

SUNFLOWER PRICING

Historically, the non-oilseed price has exceeded the oilseed price in a range of $3.50-$6.00 per hundredweight. Dynamics to consider as a sunflower oil or confection seed buyer. As a buyer, to insure you have the oil and or seeds you will need throughout the year you will need to stay in touch with your supplier and commit to purchases as early

HISTORY

History of the Amazing Sunflower: Close-up of a single blooming sunflower in a field of sunflowers The story of sunflower (Helianthus Annuus ) is indeed amazing. The wild sunflower is native to North America but commercialization of the plant took place in Russia. LINOLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL Margarine made with sunflower oil Linoleic sunflower oil is the original sunflower oil and until recently has been the most common type of sunflower oil. It is a polyunsaturated oil with low saturated fat levels, a clean, light taste and is high in Vitamin E. This type

of sunflower oil

SUNFLOWER AS A FEED

Sunflower Meal Uses Sunflower meal is the fourth largest oilseed meal produced and consumed in the world. Sunflower meal has the greatest potential use in ruminant rations but also has a place as a protein supplement in non-ruminant rations. NEWS - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM News - sunflowernsa.com sunflowernsa

SUNFLOWER MOTH

Adult sunflower moth The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at onset of bloom or within seven days SUNFLOWER HIGHLIGHTS USDA ARS seeking research leader: The USDA-ARS Sunflower and Plant Biology Research Unit located in Fargo, ND is seeking a full-time, permanent Supervisory Research Plant Physiologist, Research Geneticist, or Research Chemist to serve in a leadership role as a Research Leader (RL) for the Unit, responsible for all fiscal, personnel, facilities, and programmatic aspects of the Unit. HIGH OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL High Oleic Sunflower Oil Favorably Impacts Health: Summary: A diet rich in high-oleic-acid sunflower oil favorably alters low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglycerides, and factor VII coagulant activity. Findings: Substitution of foods rich in saturated fat with foods rich in high-oleic-acid sunflower oil and margarine has favorable outcomes on blood lipids and factor VIIc. RECIPES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy

DAILY MARKET NEWS

The final planting dates for crop insurance purposes for sunflower vary by county. In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices were unchanged to up 15 cents this week. New crop prices were also unchanged to up 15 cents and trading in a range of $26.35-$27.60 at

the crush plants.

BUYERS AND SELLERS

Date. Buyers and Sellers. Home » Buyers and Sellers. This section offers a national listing of sunflower suppliers, producers and manufacturers. To locate a company within a particular area, choose a category from the list below. Bird Food. Combine Headers. Confection Processors. Confection Roasters. INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEBUGS IN SUNFLOWER SEEDSBUGS ON SUNFLOWER PLANTSSUNFLOWER BEETLESBLACK BUGS ON SUNFLOWER

LEAVES

Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds. LINOLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL Margarine made with sunflower oil Linoleic sunflower oil is the original sunflower oil and until recently has been the most common type of sunflower oil. It is a polyunsaturated oil with low saturated fat levels, a clean, light taste and is high in Vitamin E. This type

of

NUSUNMYCOGEN NUSUN CLEARFIELD SUNFLOWER SEEDS NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows. FUNGICIDES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Apply at 4-8 fl oz/A. Apply according to the use directions for sunflower under the Oilseed Crops section of the federal label. For control of several fungal diseases including Alternaria leaf spot, Cercospora leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Rust, Septoria leaf spot, and White rust. Apply at 2.5-4.0 fl oz/acre. SUNFLOWER MOTHBANDED SUNFLOWER MOTHSUNFLOWER MOTH CATERPILLARSUNFLOWER MOTH CONTROLSUNFLOWER MOTH LARVAESUNFLOWER SEED MOTHBLACK CATERPILLAR

ON SUNFLOWER LEAVES

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

RECIPES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Muffins with sunflower. kernel on top. Often used interchangeably with dried fruits, nuts, and other seeds, kernels offer a unique, mild, and versatile flavor that is compatible with sweet, salty, and sour flavors. Select recipes from the list below as a way to add healthy

DAILY MARKET NEWS

The final planting dates for crop insurance purposes for sunflower vary by county. In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices were unchanged to up 15 cents this week. New crop prices were also unchanged to up 15 cents and trading in a range of $26.35-$27.60 at

the crush plants.

BUYERS AND SELLERS

Date. Buyers and Sellers. Home » Buyers and Sellers. This section offers a national listing of sunflower suppliers, producers and manufacturers. To locate a company within a particular area, choose a category from the list below. Bird Food. Combine Headers. Confection Processors. Confection Roasters. INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOMEBUGS IN SUNFLOWER SEEDSBUGS ON SUNFLOWER PLANTSSUNFLOWER BEETLESBLACK BUGS ON SUNFLOWER

LEAVES

Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds. LINOLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL Margarine made with sunflower oil Linoleic sunflower oil is the original sunflower oil and until recently has been the most common type of sunflower oil. It is a polyunsaturated oil with low saturated fat levels, a clean, light taste and is high in Vitamin E. This type

of

NUSUNMYCOGEN NUSUN CLEARFIELD SUNFLOWER SEEDS NuSun® oil is the 'new' mid-oleic sunflower oil. It is lower in saturated fat (less than 10%) than linoleic sunflower oil and has higher oleic levels (55-75%) with the remainder being linoleic (15-35%). In 1995, members of the National Sunflower Association made the commitment to change the fatty acid structure of sunflower oil to

meet the

HERBICIDES

Home » Growers » Approved Chemicals » Herbicides. AIM (Carfentrazone-ethyl) Weeds Controlled. Controls small weeds less than 4 inches tall or rosettes less than 3 inches wide. When to Apply. Used as a pre-plant or pre-emerge burn down as a stand-alone or tank mixed. Also labeled for hooded sprayer application between rows. FUNGICIDES - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM Apply at 4-8 fl oz/A. Apply according to the use directions for sunflower under the Oilseed Crops section of the federal label. For control of several fungal diseases including Alternaria leaf spot, Cercospora leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Rust, Septoria leaf spot, and White rust. Apply at 2.5-4.0 fl oz/acre. SUNFLOWER MOTHBANDED SUNFLOWER MOTHSUNFLOWER MOTH CATERPILLARSUNFLOWER MOTH CONTROLSUNFLOWER MOTH LARVAESUNFLOWER SEED MOTHBLACK CATERPILLAR

ON SUNFLOWER LEAVES

The moth can be very damaging. The adult moth is 0.38 inch long, with 0.75 inch wingspread. Color is buff to gray. View photos of the sunflower moth and its larva in the Photo Gallery. Larva: Brown head capsule with alternate dark and light lines running longitudinally, 0.75 inch in length. Economic Threshold: 1 to 2 adults/5 plants at

onset of

HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME The National Sunflower Association (NSA) is a non-profit agricultural organization working on problems and opportunities for the improvement of all members. Membership in the NSA includes growers and the support industry. NSA is an equal opportunity provider and employer without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or CONTACT US - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION Blooming Sunflower Field National Sunflower Association 2401 46th Avenue SE, Suite 206 Mandan, ND 58554-4829 Phone (701) 328-5100 Toll

free (888) 718-7033

DAILY MARKET NEWS

The final planting dates for crop insurance purposes for sunflower vary by county. In North Dakota it is either June 10 or 15 and South Dakota is June 15 or 20. Nearby NuSun and high oleic prices were unchanged to up 15 cents this week. New crop prices were also unchanged to up 15 cents and trading in a range of $26.35-$27.60 at

the crush plants.

INSECTS - NATIONAL SUNFLOWER ASSOCIATION HOME Insects. Home » Growers » Insects. Headclipper Weevil. Sunflower plays host to a number of insects. Such pests can cause plant injury and economic loss depending upon the severity of infestation. The infestation must be monitored regularly, usually weekly, to determine the species present and if populatinons are at economic thresholds. SUNFLOWER HIGHLIGHTS USDA ARS seeking research leader: The USDA-ARS Sunflower and Plant Biology Research Unit located in Fargo, ND is seeking a full-time, permanent Supervisory Research Plant Physiologist, Research Geneticist, or Research Chemist to serve in a leadership role as a Research Leader (RL) for the Unit, responsible for all fiscal, personnel, facilities, and programmatic aspects of the Unit. NEWS - SUNFLOWERNSA.COM News - sunflowernsa.com sunflowernsa SUNFLOWER OIL FATTY ACID PROFILES Sunflower oil is a healthy choice for your cooking oil needs. High in vitamin E, it has a light clean taste. There are three types available. Linoleic sunflower oil found on grocery store shelves today is high in polyunsaturates or linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid. It is an excellent home cooking oil and salad oil with a light, clean taste, high smoke point and low level of saturated fat. HOW TO ROAST IN-SHELL SUNFLOWER SEEDS How to Roast In-Shell Sunflower Seeds. Cover unshelled seeds with salted water, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of salt per two quarts of water. Soak seeds in the salt solution overnight. Drain off the water the next morning and pat the seeds dry to remove excess moisture. (You can also roast the seeds unsalted, by simply skipping the soaking

process).

NUSUN PRODUCT SPECS

Rule 15B -- Fully refined, bleached and deodorized Mid-Oleic Sunflower Oil (NuSun) shall be pure mid-oleic Sunflower seed Oil. It shall be produced from fair average quality crude mid-oleic sunflower seed oil from which essentially all of the free fatty acids and non-oil substances have been removed by chemical treatments and by mechanical or physical separation.

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