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Globally, farmers produce over 50 million tons of sunflower seeds annually. While most are familiar with striped sunflower seeds for human snacking, a common question arises: can black sunflower seeds be eaten? The definitive answer is yes, they are safe for human consumption, though there are key differences in practicality and use.

According to the Southern Cover Crops Council, brown top millet has a minimum germination temperature of 52°F (11°C), but for best results, soil temperatures should be consistently higher. This unequivocally positions brown top millet as a warm-season annual that thrives in heat and is highly sensitive to cold temperatures.