Shirohie Millet Seed – Per Kg (20kg Bag)
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Shirohie Millet is a fast-growing, high-yielding summer annual forage millet suited to grazing, hay and silage. It produces quick, leafy feed, establishes at lower soil temperatures than forage sorghum and does not contain prussic acid (HCN). Regrowth after grazing can be very good where moisture and nitrogen are adequate.
Plant into a fertile, fine, moist seedbed once soil temperature has stabilised at 14°C or above. Sow approximately 2–4cm deep. AGF's Shirohie growing guide recommends these planting rates:
- Lighter/poorer soils: around 12kg/ha
- Heavier, fertile soils:20–25kg/ha
- Hay or silage production:20–25kg/ha
For grazing, allow plants to become well anchored and reach around 20–30cm high before introducing stock. Under favourable conditions, first grazing can be around 6 weeks after sowing.
Sow into a fertile, fine, moist seedbed once soil temperature is 14 degrees C or above.
Sow 2-4 cm deep.
Use about 12 kg/ha on lighter soils and 20-25 kg/ha on heavier fertile soils or for hay or silage.
Graze when plants are 20-30 cm high and well anchored.
Tips: Regrowth is best where moisture and nitrogen are good.
This information is a general guide only. If you are not sure what suits your situation, contact our team on (07) 5482 1692 - we're happy to help.
- Sow once soil temps reach 14 degrees C.
- Do not sow too deep.
- Feed nitrogen for good regrowth.
- Graze before it gets too rank.
Common Questions
What is Shirohie millet used for?
Grazing, hay and silage. It is a fast-growing summer forage millet.
Does it contain prussic acid?
No.
What is the sowing rate?
About 12 kg/ha on lighter soils and 20-25 kg/ha on heavier fertile soils or for hay and silage.
When can I graze it?
When plants are 20-30 cm high, usually around 6 weeks after sowing in good conditions.
How is it sold?
Per kg, with bulk pricing for 25 kg and 100 kg.
Do you deliver?
Yes - it ships Australia-wide by AusPost or courier, or you can pick it up from our Gympie store.
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.
Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?
Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.