BMR (Brown Mid-Rib) Sorghum Sudangrass

Benefits

• High Biomass Producer: Reaches 7 feet tall at full maturity, providing substantial forage yield.
• Improved Digestibility: The BMR gene reduces lignin content, enhancing fiber digestibility and making it highly suitable for livestock.
• Weed Suppression: Effectively suppresses annual weeds, contributing to healthier crop conditions.
• Warm-Season Growth: Excels in warm temperatures, maximizing growth and yield during the summer months.
• High-Quality Forage: Produces an abundance of high-quality forage suitable for hay, grazing, or silage. Livestock weight gain is significantly higher with this highly palatable forage.

Planting Instructions

• Seeding Rate: Sow seeds at 25-50 lbs/acre. Higher seeding rates will result in finer stems. Recommended to plant at 25-35 lbs/acre if drilled or broadcasted.
• Companion Crops: Buckwheat and cowpeas are excellent companion crops to enhance growth and soil health.
• Timing: Sow seeds directly into the soil after the last risk of frost for optimal growth and yield.

Yield

• Tonnage: Yields up to 16-20 tons/acre, ensuring a substantial return on investment.
• Standability: Excellent standability, ensuring the crop remains upright and accessible for harvesting.

Usage

• Forage Quality: For best quality, harvest at or before the boot stage. Suitable for hay, grazing, or silage, making it a versatile addition to any farm.

Embrace the benefits of Winner’s Choice BMR sorghum-sudangrass for your forage needs, offering both high yields and enhanced digestibility. Its ability to thrive in warm-season conditions ensures robust growth and plentiful forage during the summer months. This variety's improved digestibility makes it a superior choice for maximizing livestock weight gain and overall farm productivity.