This video shows the characteristics and cultural practices of three warm-season grasses: sorghum, Sudan grass, and pearl millet.
Key points:
Sorghum:
Robust and drought-resistant plant.
Different varieties available, each with its own characteristics.
Sowing in May-June at a depth of 1 to 2 inches.
Harvest in several cups, starting 55 days after sowing.
Used for silage, grazing, or grain production.
Sudan grass:
Fast growth and high biomass production.
Good adaptation to sandy and well-drained soils.
Sowing in May-June at a depth of 1/2 to 1 inch.
Harvest in several cups, starting 40 days after sowing.
Used primarily for grazing.
Pearl millet:
Stem smaller and less fibrous than sorghum.
Good adaptation to sandy soils and drought conditions.
Sowing in May-June at a depth of 1/2 to 1 inch.
Harvest in several cups, starting 60 days after sowing.
Used for silage, grazing, or grain production.
General recommendations:
Choose varieties adapted to your needs and your climatic conditions.
Plant grasses on well-drained and fertile soil.
Ensure a good supply of water, especially during periods of drought.
Harvest grasses at the right time to maximize their nutritional value.