Department of Agronomy

Sunflowers

Kansas ranks 4th in the US in sunflower production, and we grow both non-oil as well as oil type varieties. In 2018, 89 million pounds of sunflowers were grown on 65,000 acres, worth over $16 million. The northwest part of the state is where the most acres are planted.

View the sunflower crop performance tests

High Plains Sunflower Production Handbook

Our research and extension handbook covers the basics of everything you need to know about raising sunflowers on the high plains.

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KSRE Sunflower Publications

Our extension officers across the state are dedicated to providing the best research and data to support corn production efforts throughout the Midwest.

View the KSRE sunflower publications

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