Abstract:Drying is a critical stage in postharvest grain processing and alters its structural and physiological characteristics, affecting the quality of the final product. This study aimed to assess the effect of drying sunflower achenes on oil content. A randomized block design was used, in a 5 x 4 factorial scheme consisting of four drying treatments (35, 40, 50 and 70 ºC) in a forced-air dryer and one under uncontrolled conditions (drying terrace), with four repetitions. Oil content and acid value were analyzed in … Show more
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