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Calendula: a golden opportunity!

Main research questionMarigold or Calendula officinalis belongs to the Asteraceae. It originates from the Mediterranean area and is cultivated for its flowers and seeds. The flowers have a high concentration of faradiol, which can be used in cosmetics and pharmaceutical products. Also the seed oil has interesting properties.

Calendula: a golden opportunity!

ILVO crop information sheets

ChicoryDry beansEdamameCalendula 2020 / 2017Chickpea(Grass)/CloverLentilsAlfalfaMiscanthusOil pumpkinRussian dandelionSoy 2020 / 2017Sorghum(grain) (fodder)Quinoa 2020 / 2017Field beanFlax

High-quality oils grown locally offer opportunities in bio-based economy