Protein Meals & Alternative Proteins
Sunflower Meal
Also known as: Sun meal · Hi-pro sunflower
Solvent-extracted sunflower cake. 28–38% CP depending on dehulling; strong ruminant fit and mid-inclusion for poultry/swine.
Applications by species
broilerslayersswinedairybeefsheep goats
Top global export origins
Ukraine Russia Argentina Turkey European Union
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Certifications & quality standards
GMP+ FAMI-QS ISCC
Buyer considerations
Advantages
- High methionine relative to soy
- Non-GMO by default
- Widely available and priced attractively in Black-Sea origins
Constraints & risks
- High fibre reduces energy density
- Lower lysine than SBM/canola
Frequently asked questions
Which sunflower meal grade should I buy — 28%, 34%, or 38%?
28% = un-dehulled, best for ruminants. 34% = partially dehulled, general purpose. 38% (hi-pro) = fully dehulled, poultry/swine.
How does Black-Sea logistics affect sunflower meal supply?
Ukraine and Russia together supply ~50% of world exports. Corridor disruptions can move CIF prices €30–70/t within weeks.
Can I import sunflower meal into MENA?
Yes; SFDA (Saudi Arabia) and MOCCAE (UAE) require GMP+/FAMI-QS certificates and mycotoxin reports. RFQ Builder pre-filters certified suppliers.