Forage Sorghum
AGR-230
Forage Sorghum
Forage Sorghum
Authored by: Jimmy Henning Tom Keene Ray Smith Chris Teutsch
Abstract
Forage sorghum is the tallest of the summer annuals, reaching 6 to 15 feet in height and is best harvested as silage. Taller varieties produce high forage yield but can lodge, making them difficult to harvest mechanically. Some varieties have been developed that are shorter with increased resistance to lodging. Forage sorghums, like corn, are harvested once per season by direct chopping. While forage sorghum yields are similar to corn, they are lower in energy. The primary advantage of utilizing sorghum for silage production is its greater drought tolerance.
Core Details
Publication ID
AGR-230
Status
New
Publication Date
February 19, 2018
Series
Multi-Part Series
Categorical Details
Language
English
Peer Reviewed?
Yes