The sunflower (Helianthus annus L.) native to the Americas, arrived in Europe in the 16th century. It is an annual plant that reaches full maturity after about 4 months from sowing. There are two varieties: one with a high content of linoleic acid, the other of oleic acid.

The sunflower (Helianthus annus L.) native to the Americas, arrived in Europe in the 16th century. It is an annual plant that reaches full maturity after about 4 months from sowing. There are two varieties: one with a high content of linoleic acid, the other of oleic acid.

The peanut (Arachis Hipogaea L.) probably originates from Latin America, (Argentina and Brazil) countries where it is still cultivated today. From here it spread to all tropical and subtropical climates. Today, it is a very important agricultural resource for countries such as Africa, India, China and even the