BARENBRUG SORGHUM FORAGE BLACK AND GOLD COVER & FORAGE PER KG 33100083
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Sorghum is a warm climate, annual grass used for strip grazing, silage and hay, capable of very high yields under the right conditions.
Irrigation is usually essential for best performance.
There are many varieties, hybrids and sub-types – select with care to suit your conditions.
Forage sorghum is largely used as a standing feed or summer fodder crop for beef and dairy but there is also some scope for use in sheep enterprises.
In southern Australia, cool tolerant varieties should be used.
Sorghum should be sown when soil temperature is over 16°C and rising.
This is usually in a short period from early November to mid-December, although relatively frost-free areas may sow from around mid-October or earlier.
Sorghum will often offer a first grazing at around 8–10 weeks after sowing. There is good scope for a second grazing of regrowth or an early autumn silage crop.
Alternatively, the crop may be taken around late summer for one large silage or hay harvest.
Growth rates will rapid decline with the onset of cooler late autumn conditions.
Common Questions
What is Barenbrug Sorghum Forage Black and Gold used for?
This is a forage sorghum — a warm climate annual grass used for strip grazing, silage and hay. It's mainly grown as standing feed or summer fodder for beef and dairy cattle, though it can also be used in sheep enterprises. It's capable of very high yields under the right conditions.
When should I sow this sorghum?
Sorghum should be sown when soil temperature is over 16°C and rising. This is usually a short window from early November to mid-December, though relatively frost-free areas may sow from around mid-October or earlier. If you're in southern Australia, make sure you use a cool-tolerant variety.
How soon can I graze or harvest this crop?
You'll often get a first grazing at around 8–10 weeks after sowing. After that, there's good scope for a second grazing of regrowth or an early autumn silage crop. Alternatively, you can take the whole crop around late summer for one large silage or hay harvest. Growth rates will decline rapidly once cooler late autumn conditions arrive.
Does this sorghum need irrigation?
Irrigation is usually essential for best performance. The variety you choose should be selected carefully to suit your local conditions.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via Australia Post or road courier. Select your preferred shipping method at checkout.
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