Nufarm sunflower hybrids are bred and tested in the heart of the U.S. sunflower region for strong, reliable performance. With R&D based in Breckenridge, Minnesota, and support from the Nufarm Innovation Center in Sacramento, California, we deliver leading-edge traits to North American growers.
Our hybrids feature advanced downy mildew resistance, Phomopsis tolerance, and herbicide tolerance to meet your field’s needs. With a wide range of maturities, sizes, and oil profiles, Nufarm supports all four market segments:
Developed in the U.S., our high oleic oil sunflower hybrids deliver strong agronomics, high yields, and excellent oil content. The oilseed crush industry requires a minimum oleic level ranging from 82% to 85%. While oleic levels can vary year to year due to environmental pressure, Nusfarm sunflower hybrids target a minimum oleic level of 85% or higher, with some hybrids reaching greater than 90% oleic acid.
The conoil seed type is the most versatile of the sunflower seed types and offers opportunities across multiple markets including kernel, oil, confection and bird food. This seed is generally higher in oil content than confection seeds.
Your success starts with the right seed. Our Seed Finder will help you find the best option for your field and marketing strategy.
NuSun oil has a naturally high smoke point and does not require trans fat creating hydrogenation to remain stable at high temperatures. It has a good shelf life and neutral taste profile making it an excellent choice for frying oil. A typical fatty acid profile is 65% oleic acid, 26% linoleic acid and 9% combined saturates.
Confection sunflower hybrids are planted at a lower population in the field to grow longer more plump seeds. The largest of the seeds get sold to the in-shell market, like what you eat at baseball games, while the smaller seeds are utilized in the dehull market.
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Later this month our site might look a little different – stay tuned.
Later this month our site might look a little different – stay tuned.
We’ve always been a part of the Nufarm family and as agriculture is evolving - so are we.
Later this month our site might look a little different – stay tuned.
