M.Y. Dudhe Sunflwoer, uses, benefits, researchers, stakeholders 28-35 Volume 2 (2) March 2026 Sunflower is one of the most versatile and economically important oilseed crops, with wide-ranging applications in nutrition, medicine, livestock feeding, bioenergy, environmental sustainability, industry, and ornamental horticulture. Almost every part of the sunflower plant contains valuable biochemical constituents and possesses significant economic utility. This article aims to comprehensively highlight the detailed uses, biochemical composition, and multifaceted importance of the sunflower crop for researchers, breeders, students, and stakeholders working in the field of agriculture and plant sciences.