Sunflower pellets are produced from sunflower meal, which is a product remaining after sunflower seed has been processed by a solvent extraction method to extract the oil (similar to the processing used for soybean). De-hulled sunflower pellets contain 31% crude protein.
Sunflower pellets provide a source of fibre and protein in animal feed diets. This makes it a highly valuable livestock feed, particularly for ruminants (where its high fibre can help reduce acidosis).
Sunflower pellets and meal are considered to be a safe feed for all species because it does not have anti-nutritional factors such as those found in cottonseed and rapeseed meals. The product is limited in its fibre content and amino acid deficiencies for some animals.
Sunflower pellets may be used without major restrictions in properly formulated beef and dairy rations.
Consult your nutritionist or farm consultant to determine the optimal feeding level for your particular situation.
Like all feedstuffs, sunflower pellets should be stored dry, in bulk bins or placed on cement slabs (away from vermin and protected from the weather accordingly). Sunflower pellets come in a 10mm pellet.
| Dry matter (DM) | 89% | Fat (oil) | 3% |
| Energy | 10.6 MJME/kgDM | Neutral detergent fibre (NDF) | 33% |
| Starch | 8% | Crude fiber | 22% |
| Crude protein | 28% | Moisture | 11% |
note: typical analysis only, not specification.
These feeding recommendations are to be used as a guide only. Readers should not rely on these guidelines in making specific feeding decisions but should consult an appropriate nutritionist for specific total dietary approach recommendations. Bunge makes no warranties that these recommendations are suitable for any particular herd or for any particular animal. Bunge disclaims any liability for any problems encountered in the use of these recommendations.
