Answers about sorghum

- Sorghum on the Great Plains
Oct. 3, 2024

Sorghum production in the United States has a rich and diverse history deeply intertwined with the nation's agricultural heritage. 

Today, sorghum is a vital grain crop, providing essential sustenance for humans and livestock and contributing significantly to the nation's agricultural economy. 

With its adaptability to various climates and its growing importance in food, feed, and even biofuel production, sorghum remains a versatile and resilient crop that continues to shape the agricultural narrative of the United States.

Matt Makens has a weather update for the sorghum-growing areas of the United States

We spoke with Ronnie Schnell Ph.D. of Texas Agri-Life Extension about how the 2023 sorghum crop fared across Texas.

We also talked with University of Nebraska Associate Extension Educator, Todd Whitney about the progress of the sorghum crop in southwestern Nebraska.