What is the production scenario for cold pressed sunflower oil?
The production scenario covers all the steps required for producing cold pressed sunflower oil (i.e., cultivation, cold pressing) in these small-medium farms, together with the mass balance of products and residues (cultivation residues, hulls, extraction cake), including the possible valorization of by-products and residues.
How does the sunflower oil pressing machine work?
The sunflower oil pressing machine we designed is fully adopted mechanical driven, which connects each single machine together to extract oil with higher oil yield and at the same time, change the single machines by manual into the semi continuous production line to liberate the workforce.
What are the raw materials for sunflower oil press machine?
The Clean and Dried Sunflower Seeds are the main raw material for our Sunflower Oil Press Machine. The seeds are bought from the farm or traders to the factory. These sunflower seeds can be cracked in our Sunflower Cracker Machine to make the smaller pieces. It is then directly fed into the press inlet for seed conditioning.
Can cold pressed sunflower oil be used in central Italy?
Conclusions The results of the study highlight how the production of cold pressed sunflower oil is an interesting option in central Italy for the farmers. It is possible to create a complete food supply chain within the farm, avoiding many additional passages and maintaining all the value for the farmer.
