Sunflower meal is a by-product obtained after extraction of oil from the black seeds. Sunflower meal is an excellent livestock feed, especially for ruminants.  It is the fourth largest protein supplement used after soyabean meal, cottonseed meal and canola meals. It is the only source of protein in beef rations, Nutrients in sunflower meal usually vary depending on factors like oil content, extent of hull removal, and efficiency of oil extraction. The major source of variation in nutrient content of the meal is however the hull or fiber content in the meal. Sunflower meal is commonly used in form of pellets and can be stored for extended periods of time.