Breeding of the confectionary sunflower varieties with high content of oleic acid in oil

The purpose of the work was to develop confectionary sunflower varieties with a high content of oleic acid first in the world. The main advantage of high-oleic sunflower concludes in an increased content of monounsaturated oleic acid. Last ten years, confectionary sunflower varieties are in a strong demand on both the Russian and world markets. The task of the breeders is to improve its taste and useful qualities by changing the fatty-acid composition of oil increasing oleic acid content. The promising breeding material (S.857) exceeding by yield, seed size, and oleic acid content thc control varieties Kruiz and Belochka was developed.