Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) Seed Supplementation in Corn Silage-Based Diets for Dairy Ewes Modifies Milk and Cheese Fatty Acid Profile and Sensory Properties of Cheese

Consumers increasingly demand dairy products with improved nutritional quality, particu- larly regarding their fatty acid (FA) composition, due to recognized implications for human health. This study aimed to evaluate the modification in the composition, FA profile, and sensory profile of cheeses elaborated with ewe milk, through the diet inclusion of crushed sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seeds and sunflower seed silage in corn silage-based diets. The study was conducted with six East-Friesian...