Oilseeds
Oilseeds are crops grown for the extraction of oils used in cooking, industrial applications, and biofuels. These seeds are rich in essential fatty acids and offer various health and industrial benefits.
- Soybean – High in protein and oil (18-20%), used in cooking, processed foods, and biodiesel.
- Canola (Rapeseed) – Contains 40-45% oil, widely used in cooking and as a healthy oil option.
- Sunflower – Produces 40-50% oil, popular for frying and in processed food products.
- Peanut – Yields 40-50% oil, commonly used for frying and in snacks and condiments.
- Cottonseed – With 15-20% oil content, it’s used in cooking and cosmetics.
- Sesame – Rich in oil (45-55%), used in Asian cooking and skincare products.
- Palm oil – One of the highest yielding (45-55%), used in cooking, processed foods, and biofuels.
- Flaxseed – Provides 35-45% oil, known for its omega-3 content, used in supplements and paints.
- Safflower – Yields 30-50% oil, used in cooking and industrial applications.
- Chia – Contains 30-35% oil, popular for its omega-3s and used in supplements.
- Mustard – Yields 30-40% oil, common in South Asian cooking and traditional remedies.
