Variety traits

Sorghum Dry Matter

Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench

An indicator of the mass fraction of nutrients in sorghum excluding moisture, used to assess biomass yield, feed nutritional value, and grain storage quality.

In the reference 30 varieties crop Sorghum, where this is mentioned in the description.

The dry matter content in sorghum is a critical factor in determining the harvest stage. For grain sorghum, this indicator in a mature state usually exceeds 85–88%, which is necessary for long-term and safe storage. In silage production, an optimal dry matter level ensures proper fermentation of the mass, preventing nutrient losses caused by excessive moisture.

The assessment of dry matter yield per hectare is considered the most objective criterion for the productivity of sorghum hybrids, allowing for the normalization of differences in plant tissue hydration. When analyzing the biochemical composition quality of sorghum grain, the content of components such as starch is standardized based on dry matter, where its share can reach 74%.

General information about the subject — on the page Dry matter.

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Varieties of Sorghum mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.