The prospects for adapting next-generation breeding tools in minor oilseed crops are promising to enhance productivity, sustainability, and resilience in agricultural systems. Minor oilseed crops, although often overlooked compared to major crops like soybeans or canola, hold significant potential for diversifying agricultural production, enhancing sustainability, and meeting the growing demand for oils and fats globally. Next-generation breeding tools include genomics, marker-assisted selection, gene editing, and high-throughput phenotyping, allowing breeders to target multiple traits simultaneously. These contemporary tools enable the implementation of multi-trait selection strategies in minor oilseed crops. By simultaneously targeting multiple traits of interest, breeders can develop cultivars with improved agronomic performance, nutritional quality, and stress resilience. Multi-trait breeding approaches contribute to developing holistic solutions for sustainable oilseed production systems. As the demand for alternative sources of oils continues to grow, the role of minor oilseed crops in the agricultural landscape is likely to expand, making the adoption of next-generation breeding tools all the more crucial. Next-generation breeding tools offer innovative approaches to accelerate the improvement of these crops, addressing challenges such as yield improvement, disease resistance, and adaptation to changing environmental conditions. In addition to improving agronomic traits, next-generation breeding tools can also help enhance the sustainability of minor oilseed crop production. By developing varieties that require fewer inputs, such as water and pesticides, we can reduce the environmental impact of agriculture and promote more sustainable farming practices. This is especially important as we strive to feed a growing global population while minimizing our impact on the planet. Here, we delve into the current status and prospects of leveraging these tools for the genetic enhancement of minor oilseed crops.