As one of the world’s most important oilseed crops, the selection of sunflower seeds and the innovation of planting techniques are crucial for increasing crop yield. By selecting high-oil-content, pest- and disease-resistant sunflower seeds, combined with reasonable planting density and scientific water and fertilizer management, yield and oil content can be significantly improved. In recent years, sunflower seed planting methods have gradually developed towards high efficiency and green practices. The combination of intelligent planting management and drone technology has made crop management more precise and efficient.