During the extraction process the oil is removed from the seed and the remaining part of the seed, the oilmeal, which has a significant protein content, is commonly used in the animal feed industry. Depending on the seed, the protein content of the meal ranges from 36% to 46%.

Market

Most ruminants need protein suppliments at some stage of their growth. Sunflower meal is very useful in many cattles rations while rapeseed is used for pig and chicken feed. The concentration of proteins, acides and fibers justify the different purpose of these two meals.