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Forage and Grain Seed Products by Alta Seeds for the 2015 Growing Year
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2015PRODUCT
GUIDE
CONTENTS
Our line-up of products also features breakthrough characteristics such as the brachytic dwarf, BMR-6 and dry stalk traits in sorghum for forage. These characteristics and traits improve the digestibility, the harvestability and the overall efficiency of sorghum cut as silage, for hay or grazing.
Alta Seeds brand has been introducing the most advanced genetics in sorghum for more than 50 years and we have more exciting projects in our research pipeline. We are committed to developing the next generation of sorghum and solutions for our growers.
Steeped in the traditions found only in the heart of sorghum country, our seed expertise goes beyond development of our exclusive genetics and industry-leading hybrids. We live and learn how to breed and grow sorghum in the same conditions as our grower-customers.
The versatility, persistence and adaptability of sorghum are also traits within Alta Seeds. We apply the latest technologies and breeding techniques from around the world to bring cutting edge advancements into our grain and forage sorghum. But we also breed specifically for successful production of sorghum from the High Plains to the northern, western and eastern areas of the U.S.
At Alta Seeds we offer high-yielding, high quality seed that helps growers maximize production with every inch of water and every dollar invested.
In the grain sorghum offering, the Alta Seeds brand will be introducing the first ever herbicide tolerant sorghum hybrids. This is a result of selective breeding, not genetically modified (non-GMO). This technology will give farmers additional weed control options to improve their productivity and efficiency with sorghum.
Brachytic BMR-6 Forage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4What Growers are Saying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Sorghum for Forage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Forage Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Forage Sorghum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Sorghum-Sudangrass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Sudangrass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Pearl Millet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Grain Sorghum Selection & Stand . . . . . . . . 40Grain Sorghum Hybrid Summary. . . . . . . . . 42Grain Sorghum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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“Corn can’t compete. The results we get from our forage sorghum make
our cost of gain very competitive because of our forage sorghum. We used to grow a lot of corn silage and anymore we grow more sorghum silage just because of the water. It’s more versatile, significantly
cheaper to grow and extremely water efficient.”
Tom May Stratton, CO
“ I can get as many tons of sorghum as I do with corn while cutting my costs by two-thirds. When you consider availability of water, fertilizer and seed costs — there’s just no beating it. The nutritionist likes it and it feeds well.”
Joe Mendonsa Tipton, CA
“Our Brachytic BMR sorghum has increased profitability on the dairy. We’re always dealing with drought so we count on forage sorghum. We grow AF7401 because its Brachytic genetics provide excellent standability
and it has BMR-6 for great nutritional value.”
Matthias Hilgar, Syracuse, KS
To hear more of what growers are saying, visit AltaSeeds.com and click Grower Experiences.
WHAT GROWERS
ARE SAYING
Cost Savings up to $215 per acreIndependent studies show our Brachytic forage sorghum saves growers an average of $215 per acre in production costs. Under scenarios where the average cow requires 6 acres of forage, Brachytic forage sorghum can save dairies up to $1,200 per cow considering the more than $200 per acre production cost savings of forage sorghum versus corn silage.
Our Brachytic sorghums can keep up with corn under average growing conditions, and blow it away during times of high heat and drought. According to researchers at Texas A&M University, forage sorghum silage can grow on about 40% less water than corn requires.
CornBMR-6 Sorghum
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Silage Production and Water Use Efficiency
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BRACHYTIC BMR-6 FORAGE
Total Production Costs Per Ton
State Sorghum1 Corn2
Texas High Plains (Irr.) $424 $569
California (Irr.) $665 $904
Pennsylvania (Dryland) $402 $662
Average $497 $712
Difference $215
Selected Production Costs for Forage Sorghum and Corn for Silage
1– Forage sorghum 2–Traited Corn Hybrid–34,000 seed/acre
2009 Texas AgriLife Extension Service, University of California Cooperative Extension, Penn State Cooperative Extension Service
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Forage Sorghum
Sorghum-sudangrass
Sudangrass
Forage Sorghums are generally taller, produce more leaves, and are later maturing than typical grain sorghum hybrids. Forage sorghums can produce very high biomass yields, but have limited re-growth potential making them excellent choices for single-cut silage and standing green-chop production uses.
For optimum forage with grain, harvest should begin when 80% or more of heading has occurred and 50% of the grain reaches the soft dough stage.
Sorghum-sudangrass hybrids characteristically reach heights over six feet, have smaller stalks than forage sorghum, strong tillering, and produce more tonnage than sudangrass. They have excellent re-growth potential, but less than sudangrass.
The re-growth ability of sorghum-sudangrass hybrids make them well-suited for multiple harvest systems.
Sudangrass has finer stalks, more tillers and produces more leaves than typical forage sorghum. It possesses excellent re-growth ability with quick recovery following cutting or grazing. Total biomass tonnage for a single harvest generally will be less than yields of forage sorghum. Sudangrass is primarily utilized for grazing and hay production and can serve as an excellent cover crop.
For the best quality and yield under a multi-cut program, harvest at 40 days or 40" of growth. Mechanical harvesters should be set to leave 2 nodes, 4" for Brachytic or 6" of stubble for non-brachytic, whichever is higher. Harvesting at this height will promote more rapid re-growth. At the latest, harvest when 50% of the plants have reached the flag leaf stage for a one cut program. Under a one cut program, cutting height can be lowered to maximize yields. Opening the swather for a wide windrow promotes drying.
If grazing, cattle should be turned in at approximately 24" of growth, and grazing should be stopped when height is reduced
to 6" to promote rapid and adequate re-growth.
Forage CharacteristicsBrachytic Dwarf: Four dwarfing genes
in sorghum control height. These Brachytic dwarfism genes reduce the length of the internodes without affecting other plant characteristics, such as leaf number, leaf size, maturity or yield/biomass production. Brachytic dwarf sorghums have very high leaf to stalk ratios, prolific tillering, superior standability, and comparable tonnage to normal height sorghums.
For the best quality and yield under a one cut program, cutting height can be lowered to maximize yields. Opening the swather for a wide windrow promotes drying.
Under a multi-cut program, harvest sorghum-sudangrass or sudangrass at 40 days or 40" of growth. Due to the compressed internode lengths, mechanical harvesters should be set to leave 2 nodes or 4" of stubble, whichever is higher. Harvesting at this height will promote more rapid re-growth. At the latest, harvest when 50% of the plants have reached the flag leaf stage for a one cut program.
Grazing: Cattle can begin grazing at approximately 18" of growth, and grazing should be stopped when height is reduced to 4" to promote re-growth.
BMR-6 sorghums have less lignin than conventional sorghums and are extremely palatable. The high digestibility rivals corn silage as the choice for improved animal performance.
Dry stalk hybrids allow growers to ensile or bale at reduced moisture levels with less opportu nity for spoilage. When harvested at the soft dough stage, dry stalk forage sorghums have approximately 64% to 69% moisture content. Dry stalk sudangrass hybrids can be stored much sooner as baleage or haylage than non-dry stalk types and can be harvested as dry hay.
Male Sterile sorghums produce no anthers and thus no pollen for self-fertilization. If no pollen source is nearby to cross pollinate, then male sterile plants will produce no grain. Levels of sugars and protein increase in vege tative portions of the plant. This generates excellent forage quality and palatability. When combined with the BMR-6 trait, male sterile forage sorghums will have higher energy content than other hybrids with grain.
Photoperiod Sensitive (PS) Sorghums have a wide window for harvest. The PS sorghums initiate flowering in response to day length and will remain vegetative from mid-March through September, adding new leaves and maintaining very high quality forage. The flexible harvest window of PS sorghum helps growers manage weather or custom harvest scheduling.
SORGHUMFOR FORAGE
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Hybrid Type BMR-6 TraitsEarly
Season Silage
Mid-Season Silage
Full Season Silage
Single Cut, Graze Regrowth
Double Crop
Multiple Cuts
Single Cut, High
Yield
Multiple Cut,
Rapid Dry Down
Single Cut, Regrowth
Rapid Dry Down
AF7101 Forage Sorghum ✔ DS ✔ ✔
AF7102 Forage Sorghum ✔ BD ✔ ✔
AF7201 Forage Sorghum ✔ DS ✔ ✔
AF7202 Forage Sorghum ✔ BD ✔ ✔
AF7301 Forage Sorghum ✔ MS ✔ ✔ ✔
AF7401 Forage Sorghum ✔ BD ✔ ✔
AF8301 Forage Sorghum ✔
AS5201Sorghum Sudangrass
DS ✔ ✔ ✔
AS6201Sorghum Sudangrass
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
AS6401Sorghum Sudangrass
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
AS6402Sorghum Sudangrass
✔ BD ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
AS6501Sorghum Sudangrass
✔ PPS ✔
AS9301 Sudangrass ✔ BD & DS ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
AS9302 Sudangrass ✔ BD & DS ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Alta Seeds offers the latest technology and proprietary genetics to forage growers. Our hybrids consistently rank as top performers in variety trials for yield and nutritional quality.
The Alta Seeds forage sorghum line-up provides growers with an assortment of versatile hybrids with outstanding performance, drought tolerance and water-use efficiency.
Nitrogen Fertilization Recommendation:1 to 1.25 lbs. N per Growing Day
Forage Selection
Key: MS = Male Sterile BD = Brachytic Dwarf DS = Dry Stalk PPS = Photoperiod Sensitive
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FORAGE SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 3
Continuous Grazing Not Rated
Rotational Grazing Not Rated
AF7101 is the earliest maturing forage sorghum in the Alta Seeds lineup. This hybrid is primarily positioned to suit the shorter growing season conditions in the Northern US. This BMR-6 product features high quality forage that is highly digestible and provides producers with top yields. Tremendous seedling emergence coupled with a dry stalk allow AF7101 the versatility to be used in double cropping systems, including those looking for a single-chop harvest with a source of starch.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland SHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HS High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till HS Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area SFusarium Prone Area S
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSEarly Relative Maturity82–85 Days to Soft Dough Stage BMR–6 Midrib 12–15 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
AF7101Early Season Silage with Grain• Harvest 82-85 days after emergence• Very good early vigor• Dry stalk for quick dry down• Versatile product• Double crop silage option• BMR-6 provides excellent nutrition
Yield for Maturity 1
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 2
Recovery After Cutting 4
Plant Uniformity 3
Standability 3
Downy Mildew 2
Anthracnose 2
Fusarium Wilt Not Rated
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FORAGE SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
AF7102 is the earliest BMR-6 Brachytic dwarf forage sorghum on the market. Northern producers are finally able to reach high yield potential with tremendous forage quality of a BMR-6 without the issues of lodging. This hybrid works best in areas north of I-70 where humidity and the shorter growing season tend to be a challenge. AF7102 can be used in southern states for late planting or early harvest situations.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland SHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HS High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till HS Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area SFusarium Prone Area S
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSEarly Relative Maturity85–89 Days to Soft Dough Stage BMR–6 Midrib 17–19 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Earliest BMR-6 Brachytic Dwarf• Harvest 85-89 days after emergence• Brachytic dwarf genetics provide stout
stalks for excellent standability• Outstanding digestibility from BMR-6• Excellent for silage• Double crop silage option
AF7102
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 4
Continuous Grazing Not Rated
Rotational Grazing Not Rated
Secondary area of adaptation
Yield for Maturity 2
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 3
Recovery After Cutting 4
Plant Uniformity 1
Standability 1
Downy Mildew 2
Anthracnose 2
Fusarium Wilt Not Rated
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FORAGE SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
AF7201 is a short-statured, 90-95 day BMR-6 forage sorghum. Under most conditions, AF7201 will yield with full-season hybrids and has good standability. This hybrid performs well under dryland conditions with excellent heat and stress tolerance. Due to its early maturity, AF7201 provides forage production options in areas where most full-season products are unable to mature.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation S High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till MA Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area MAFusarium Prone Area MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium-Early Silage with Grain• Harvest 90-95 days after emergence• BMR-6 provides excellent nutrition• Great on Dryland or limited irrigation• Dry stalk for quick dry down• Excellent double crop choice
AF7201
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 4
Continuous Grazing Not Rated
Rotational Grazing Not Rated CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium-early Relative Maturity90–95 Days to Soft Dough Stage BMR–6 Midrib 13–15 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 2
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 3
Recovery After Cutting 5
Plant Uniformity 1
Standability 6
Downy Mildew 4
Anthracnose 4
Fusarium Wilt Not Rated
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FORAGE SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
AF7202 is a medium season BMR-6 Brachytic dwarf forage sorghum. It provides high yield potential with tremendous forage quality of a BMR-6 without the issues of lodging. This hybrid works best in areas south of I-70 where humidity and disease tend to be a challenge. The tillering capabilities of this hybrid are unsurpassed, allowing for increased yields and ground cover. This hybrid is the answer for those in the South looking for a forage sorghum with high-yielding, high-quality, soft dough cutting with the potential for an additional cutting of equal yield and quality.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland SHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HS High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till HS Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area SFusarium Prone Area S
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium-Early Brachytic Dwarf• Harvest 90-95 days after emergence• Brachytic dwarf genetics provide stout
stalks for excellent standability• Exceptional digestibility from BMR-6• Great yield for maturity• Excellent silage choice
AF7202
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 4
Continuous Grazing Not Rated
Rotational Grazing Not Rated CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium-early Relative Maturity90–95 Days to Soft Dough Stage BMR–6 Midrib 17–19 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Secondary area of adaptation
Yield for Maturity 2
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 3
Recovery After Cutting 4
Plant Uniformity 1
Standability 1
Downy Mildew 2
Anthracnose 2
Fusarium Wilt Not Rated
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FORAGE SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
AF7301 is a male sterile hybrid with the nutritional benefits of the BMR-6 characteristic. It will not produce grain unless a foreign pollen source is available. Male sterile sorghums, such as AF7301, have high levels of sugar and protein due to a lack of grain development. This hybrid offers excellent digestibility and high yield potential. AF7301 provides growers with a high energy forage crop.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland SLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation S High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till MA Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area MAFusarium Prone Area MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium Season Silage without Grain• Harvest 95-105 days after emergence • Male sterile product for high
energy forage• BMR-6 provides excellent nutrition• Double crop option
AF7301
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 3
Continuous Grazing Not Rated
Rotational Grazing Not Rated CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity100–105 Days to Soft Dough Stage BMR–6 Midrib 14–16 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 2
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 4
Recovery After Cutting 5
Plant Uniformity 2
Standability 5
Downy Mildew 4
Anthracnose 4
Fusarium Wilt Not Rated
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FORAGE SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland MAHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HS High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till MA Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area HSFusarium Prone Area HS
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AF7401 represents the newest generation of hybrid forage sorghums. This product features a genetic combination of BMR-6 and Brachytic dwarf that enhances both productivity and efficiency. AF7401 has reduced internode length creating a compact, leafy and prolific plant. However, it will yield with taller sorghums due to the standability and tillering attributes of the Brachytic dwarf characteristic. Producers will have the best of both worlds, excellent forage qualities and a dependable high-yielding feedstock.
AF7401All-Star Full Season Silage with Grain• High yielding performance • BMR-6 for superior forage quality• Brachytic dwarf genetics provide stout
stalks for excellent standability• Economical performance and efficiency
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 4
Continuous Grazing Not Rated
Rotational Grazing Not Rated CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSLate Relative Maturity110–115 Days to Soft Dough Stage BMR–6 Midrib 15–20 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 1
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 4
Recovery After Cutting 3
Plant Uniformity 1
Standability 1
Downy Mildew 3
Anthracnose 2
Fusarium Wilt 1
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FORAGE SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HS High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till MA Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area HSFusarium Prone Area HS
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AF8301 is a non-BMR hybrid with outstanding yield potential. This hybrid has a short plant structure for good standability and will range from 72 inches to 84 inches in plant height. This hybrid is drought tolerant and is great for dry land conditions. AF8301 features good nutritional quality for a standard midrib hybrid and will produce a white grain head with high grain yields.
AF8301Medium non-BMR Silage with Grain• Harvest 100 days after emergence• Tremendous drought tolerance and
yield potential• Good nutritional quality for standard
midrib hybrid• Excellent plant uniformity
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 7
Continuous Grazing Do Not Graze
Rotational Grazing Do Not Graze
Yield for Maturity 1
Forage Quality Potential 3
Palatability 4
Digestibility 3
Seedling Vigor 2
Recovery After Cutting 5
Plant Uniformity 1
Standability 2
Downy Mildew 4
Anthracnose 4
Fusarium Wilt Not Rated
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity100 Days to Soft Dough Stage Standard non-BMR–6 Midrib 14–16 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
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SORGHUM-SUDANGRASS
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
AS5201 is a versatile hybrid capable of producing high tonnage of dry matter for grazing, hay, silage, green manure or organic matter. AS5201 has exceptional heat and drought stress tolerance and fast re-growth.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland SLimited Irrigation SFull Irrigation S High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till S Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area MAFusarium Prone Area MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AS5201Medium Maturity Sorghum-Sudangrass• Ideal for dryland or limited irrigation
production• Thin stemmed plant type • Versatile crop usage for hay, silage
and grazing
CROP USE Silage 3
Dry Hay 1
Continuous Grazing 4 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
Rotational Grazing 1 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity65 Days to Boot Stage Standard non-BMR–6 Midrib 15–17 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 1
Forage Quality Potential 4
Palatability 4
Digestibility 4
Seedling Vigor 2
Recovery After Cutting 1
Plant Uniformity 3
Standability 1
Downy Mildew 4
Anthracnose 4
Fusarium Wilt 4
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SORGHUM-SUDANGRASS
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland SHigh Yield Dryland SLimited Irrigation SFull Irrigation S High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till S Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area MAFusarium Prone Area MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AS6201 is an easy to manage sorghum-sudangrass product featuring the BMR-6 characteristics. It has shown an 18.9% average increase in feed value compared to conventional forages. AS6201 is a summer-annual hybrid with the same agronomic characteristics found in a conventional sorghum-sudangrass hybrid. It is widely adapted and features increased utilization and efficiency from the BMR-6 gene.
Medium-Early Maturity Sorghum-Sudangrass• Economically priced BMR-6
sorghum-sudangrass • Exceptional drought tolerance• Excellent re-growth for multiple
quality cuts
AS6201
CROP USE Silage 3
Dry Hay 1
Continuous Grazing 4 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
Rotational Grazing 1 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium-early Relative Maturity60 Days to Boot Stage BMR–6 Midrib 15–17 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 3
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 3
Recovery After Cutting 1
Plant Uniformity 4
Standability 4
Downy Mildew 4
Anthracnose 4
Fusarium Wilt 4
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SORGHUM-SUDANGRASS
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland MAHigh Yield Dryland SLimited Irrigation SFull Irrigation S High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till S Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area HSFusarium Prone Area HS
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AS6401 has a long season in the South (100 days to bloom). This extends the harvest window and allows AS6401 to be used where photoperiod sensitive hybrids are not effective. In northern regions, AS6401 will bloom at approximately 65 days. Due to its tropical genetics, AS6401 has better re-growth in wet or humid conditions.
Late Maturity Sorghum-Sudangrass• Versatile hybrid for hay, silage or grazing• Highly disease resistant • Superior forage quality with high
palatability and forage fiber digestibility
AS6401
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 1
Continuous Grazing 4 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
Rotational Grazing 1 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium-late Relative MaturityNorth 65/South 100 Days to Boot Stage BMR–6 Midrib 14–16 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 1
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 3
Recovery After Cutting 1
Plant Uniformity 3
Standability 3
Downy Mildew 2
Anthracnose 2
Fusarium Wilt 2
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SORGHUM-SUDANGRASS
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland SHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HS High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till S Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area SFusarium Prone Area S
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AS6402 represents the newest generation of hybrid sorghum-sudangrass products. AS6402 has reduced internode length, creating a very compact, leafy and prolific plant. However, it will yield with taller sorghum-sudangrass hybrids due to the standability and tillering attributes of the Brachytic dwarf trait. Producers will have the best of both worlds, excellent forage qualities from BMR-6 and a dependable high-yielding feedstock.
Late Maturity Sorghum-Sudangrass• Brachytic dwarf characteristic
provides high leaf-to-stem ratio• Superior standability and
excellent re-growth• Superb tonnage under multiple
harvest systems• BMR-6 provides high-quality nutrition
AS6402
CROP USE Silage 2
Dry Hay 1
Continuous Grazing 4 Begin Height 18" • Stop Height 4"
Rotational Grazing 1 Begin Height 18" • Stop Height 4"
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSLate Relative Maturity70 Days to Boot Stage BMR–6 Midrib 14–16 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 1
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 3
Recovery After Cutting 1
Plant Uniformity 3
Standability 1
Downy Mildew 3
Anthracnose 3
Fusarium Wilt 3
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Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation SFull Irrigation S High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till S Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area XFusarium Prone Area X
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
The photoperiod sensitive characteristic of AS6501 allows for a wide window of harvest and consistent quality in the growing season. The BMR-6 characteristic increases feedstock utilization and efficiency. AS6501 remains in a vegetative state when the plant receives at least 12 hours and 20 minutes of daily sunlight, allowing the greatest harvest flexibility. Falling below this threshold, it begins booting.
Photoperiod Sensitive Sorghum-Sudangrass • Extended harvest window• Excellent re-growth after harvest• Exceptional drought tolerance• BMR-6 provides high-quality nutrition
AS6501
CROP USE Silage 4
Dry Hay 1
Continuous Grazing 4 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
Rotational Grazing 1 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSPhotoperiod Sensitive Relative MaturityVaried Days to Boot Stage BMR–6 Midrib 13–15 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 2
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 4
Recovery After Cutting 1
Plant Uniformity 3
Standability 3
Downy Mildew 3
Anthracnose 6
Fusarium Wilt 6
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SUDANGRASS
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland MAHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HS High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till MA Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area MAFusarium Prone Area X
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AS9301 is a BMR-6 hybrid sudangrass. The BMR-6 characteristic adds high quality to a plant that has fine stems and quick re-growth. This hybrid will dry down fast so it can be used in areas where putting up dry sudangrass hay is difficult.
Medium Maturity Sudangrass• Dry stalk for quick dry down• Excellent re-growth after harvest• Exceptional drought tolerance• BMR-6 for high digestibility
AS9301
SUDANGRASS
CROP USE Silage 2
Dry Hay 1
Continuous Grazing 4 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
Rotational Grazing 1 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity60 Days to Boot Stage BMR–6 Midrib 21–24 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 1
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 1
Recovery After Cutting 1
Plant Uniformity 2
Standability 3
Downy Mildew 3
Anthracnose 3
Fusarium Wilt Not Rated
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SUDANGRASS
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland MAHigh Yield Dryland HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HS High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till MA Poorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area MAFusarium Prone Area X
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AS9302 is the first BMR-6, Brachytic dwarf hybrid sudangrass to hit the market. The BMR-6 gene adds high digestibility to a plant that has very fine stems and tremendous re-growth. The Brachytic dwarf trait adds a much tighter distance between internodes, allowing for a lower cutting/grazing height and better standability. The dry stalk trait allows for quick dry down, making this one of the most versatile forage products on the market.
SUDANGRASS
Medium Maturity Sudangrass• Brachytic dwarf trait provides stout
stalks for excellent standability• Excellent for dry hay and rotational
grazing• Dry stalk for quick dry down• Exceptional re-growth and BMR-6
for high digestibility
AS9302
CROP USE Silage 2
Dry Hay 1
Continuous Grazing 3 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
Rotational Grazing 1 Begin Height 24" • Stop Height 6"
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity55–65 Days to Boot Stage BMR–6 Midrib 22–25 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
Yield for Maturity 1
Forage Quality Potential 1
Palatability 1
Digestibility 1
Seedling Vigor 2
Recovery After Cutting 1
Plant Uniformity 1
Standability 1
Downy Mildew 4
Anthracnose 4
Wet Soil Tolerance 5
Fusarium Wilt Not Rated
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PEARL MILLET
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland SHigh Yield Dryland SLimited Irrigation SFull Irrigation S High pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MA No-Till S Poorly Drained Soils MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Wonderleaf is a bush type hybrid pearl millet with high yield potential. It grows quickly, reaching the boot stage in 62 days. Wonderleaf has a high level of tolerance to many pathogens and high humidity, but cannot tolerate standing surface water. Wonderleaf can be grown on as little as 16 inches of water, however greater tonnage will be produced with greater water availability.
Hybrid Pearl Millet• Bush type hybrid with high yield potential• Tall, upright and heavy tillering• Excellent for warm season pasture or hay• Widely adapted to many diverse
geographic regions• No prussic acid concerns
Wonderleaf
CROP USE Silage 1
Dry Hay 1
Continuous Grazing Not Rated
Rotational Grazing 1
Yield for Maturity 2
Forage Quality Potential 4
Palatability 4
Digestibility 4
Seedling Vigor 2
Recovery After Cutting 1
Plant Uniformity 3
Standability 5
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSEarly Relative Maturity62 Days to Boot Stage Dry Midrib 12–15 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bag
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Selection of grain sorghum hybrids begins with geography or field location and water resources. Growth and development is driven by heat unit accumulation; sorghum flowering shows little effect of heat up to 100° F.
Yield potential can increase by 18–20% from early to medium and to late maturities. Planting date should be 2 weeks AFTER last average frost date IF the 5-day average soil temperatures are 60° F. at 2" depth. Check the last recommended planting date for grain sorghum in your area when determining the best maturity to fit your field and timing.
Considerations include:
• Relative maturity and days to half bloom based on your growing environment; our full line offers early maturing hybrids with mid-bloom in 60 days or less to medium-late maturing with mid-bloom expected at about 68 days.
• Timing of water availability — Peak water use is just prior to boot stage. When
sharing irrigation water, consider minimizing the overlap of peak water demand for two crops.
— Additional moisture adds more pounds per acre per inch.
Selecting Hybrids & Stand
Plant Stand for Sorghum by Seed/PoundPopulation 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000
Seeds/lb
11,000 2.7 3.8 4.6 5.5 6.4 7.3 8.2 9.1 10.0 10.9 11.8 12.7 13.6 11,500 2.6 3.6 4.4 5.2 6.1 7.0 7.8 8.7 9.6 10.4 11.3 12.2 13.0 12,000 2.5 3.3 4.2 5.0 5.8 6.7 7.5 8.3 9.2 10.0 10.8 11.7 12.5 12,500 2.4 3.2 4.0 4.8 5.6 6.4 7.2 8.0 8.8 9.6 10.4 11.2 12.0 13,000 2.3 3.1 3.9 4.6 5.4 6.2 6.9 7.7 8.5 9.3 10.0 10.8 11.6 13,500 2.2 3.0 3.7 4.4 5.2 5.9 6.7 7.4 8.1 8.9 9.6 10.3 11.1 14,000 2.1 2.8 3.6 4.3 5.0 5.7 6.4 7.1 7.9 8.6 9.3 10.0 10.7 14,500 2.0 2.7 3.5 4.1 4.8 5.5 6.2 6.9 7.6 8.3 9.0 9.7 10.4 15,000 2.0 2.6 3.4 4.0 4.7 5.3 6.0 6.7 7.3 8.0 8.7 9.3 10.0 15,500 1.9 2.6 3.3 3.9 4.5 5.2 5.8 6.5 7.1 7.8 8.4 9.1 9.7 16,000 1.9 2.5 3.2 3.8 4.4 5.0 5.6 6.3 6.9 7.5 8.1 8.8 9.4 16,500 1.8 2.4 3.1 3.6 4.2 4.8 5.5 6.1 6.7 7.3 7.9 8.5 9.1 17,000 1.7 2.3 3.0 3.5 4.1 4.7 5.3 5.9 6.5 7.1 7.7 8.3 8.9 17,500 1.6 2.1 2.8 3.2 3.8 4.3 4.9 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.1 7.6 8.2 18,000 1.5 2.0 2.7 3.1 3.6 4.1 4.7 5.2 5.7 6.2 6.8 7.3 7.8 18,500 1.4 1.9 2.5 2.9 3.4 3.9 4.4 5.0 5.4 5.9 6.4 6.9 7.4 19,000 1.4 1.7 2.4 2.8 3.2 3.7 4.2 4.7 5.1 5.6 6.1 6.5 7.0 19,500 1.3 1.6 2.3 2.6 3.0 3.5 3.9 4.4 4.8 5.3 5.7 6.2 6.6 20,000 1.2 1.5 2.1 2.4 2.9 3.2 3.7 4.2 4.5 5.0 5.4 5.8 6.2
Seeds per pound vary by hybrid and this will impact your seeding rate. Review the Plant stand chart below to calculate your seeding rate by hybrid.
Grain Sorghum
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You can count on Alta Seeds brand grain sorghum products for top yield potential, drought tolerance and excellent standability.
NEW NEWCHARACTERISTIC RATINGS AG1101 AG1201 AG1203 AG1301 AG1401 AG2103 AG2105 AG2115 AG3101 AG3201
Relative Maturity EARLY EARLY M/E M/E M/E MED MED MED M/L M/LYield for Maturity 3 3 1 2 2 1 1 2 1 2Days to Mid Bloom 55 60 63 63 61 66 67 65 68 68Grain Color BRZ BRZ BRZ CRM WHT RED RED RED RED BRZHead Type S/O S/O S/O S/C S/O S/O S/C S/O S/C S/OApprox. Seeds/Lb (1,000) 13–15 13–15 12–14 17–18 14–16 12–14 12–14 15 10–12 12–14Plant Height (inches) 28–34 30–36 34-40 40–46 30–36 42–48 38–44 36–42 48–54 46–52Head Exertion 4 4 5 6 6 5 6 5 9 5Plant Uniformity 2 2 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 3Plant (Bloom) Color Red Red Red Red Tan Purple Red Red Purple PurpleSeedling Vigor 5 5 2 1 3 2 2 3 2 2Root Lodging 4 4 1 1 2 2 1 2 4 3Drought Tolerance 2 2 2 2 2 2–4* 3 2 3 3Test Weight 4 4 2 5 3 2 3 2 2 3Threshability 2 2 2 1 3 3 2 2 2 2Charcoal Rot — 4 — — 3 2 — 4 4 5Downy Mildew (Race 3) — 6 1 — 5 6 — 5 5 1Head Smut — 4 — — 4 3 — 6 3 4MDMV — 5 — — 4 3 — 7 2 2CROP USE & ADAPTATION
Tough Dryland HS HS HS S HS HS S HS X XHigh Yield Dryland S S HS HS S HS HS HS S HSLimited Irrigation S S HS HS S HS HS HS HS HSFull Irrigation S S HS S S HS HS S HS HSHigh pH Soils–Iron Chlorosis MA MA MA MA S MA MA MA MA MAEarly Planting/Cool Soils X X S X X S S S S XPoorly Drained Soils X X X X X X X X X XAnthracnose Prone Areas — S MA — S S — X S MANo-Till MA X S MA X S S S S X
Characteristic Ratings Key E = Early M/E = Medium-Early MED = Medium
M/L = Medium-Late L = Late BRZ = Bronze WHT = White CRM = Cream S/O = Semi-Open S/C = Semi-Compact
Alta Seeds offers a full line of grain sorghum hybrids, with seed treatment options to meet your needs.
Trait Ratings Scale: 1 = Excellent 10 = Poor
Crop Use & Adaptation Key HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
* Rating 2 for central grain growing areas.
Rating 4 for western arid environments.
Grain Sorghum
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland Environments SLimited Irrigation SFull Irrigation SHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils XNo-Till MAPoorly Drained Soils X
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Earliest Bronze Grain Sorghum• Excellent yield for maturity• Very uniform• Strong drought tolerance• Excellent for areas needing early maturity
or for double cropping situations• Intense bronze-colored grain
AG1101NEW
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSEarly Relative Maturity55 Days to Mid Bloom 13–15 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagBronze Grain ColorSemi-open Head Type28–34" Plant HeightRed Plant Color
Yield for Maturity 3
Head Exertion 4
Plant Uniformity 2
Seedling Vigor 5
Root Lodging 4
Drought Tolerance 2
Test Weight 4
Threshability 2
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland Environments SLimited Irrigation SFull Irrigation SHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils XNo-Till XPoorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area SDowny Mildew (Race 3) Area XHead Smut Prone Area MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
AG1201Early Bronze Grain Sorghum• Very uniform• Excellent yield for maturity• Strong drought tolerance• Adaptable across a wide range
of growing conditions
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSEarly Relative Maturity60 Days to Mid Bloom 13–15 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagBronze Grain ColorSemi-open Head Type30–36" Plant HeightRed Plant Color
Yield for Maturity 3
Head Exertion 4
Plant Uniformity 2
Seedling Vigor 5
Root Lodging 4
Drought Tolerance 3
Test Weight 4
Threshability 2
Charcoal Rot 4
Downy Mildew R3 6
Head Smut 4
MDMV 5
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland Environments HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HSHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils SNo-Till SPoorly Drained Soils X
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium-Early Bronze Grain Sorghum• Outstanding yield for maturity• Strong standability and excellent
uniformity• Excellent drought tolerance and
dryland option• Adaptable across a wide range
of growing conditions
AG1203
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium-early Relative Maturity63 Days to Mid Bloom 12–14 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagBronze Grain ColorSemi-open Head Type34–40" Plant HeightRed Plant Color
Yield for Maturity 1
Head Exertion 5
Plant Uniformity 1
Seedling Vigor 2
Root Lodging 1
Drought Tolerance: 2
Test Weight 2
Threshability 2
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland SHigh Yield Dryland Environments HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation SHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils XNo-Till MAPoorly Drained Soils X
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium-Early Cream Grain Sorghum• Performs well in dryland conditions and
responds very favorably to irrigation• Excellent staygreen• Good standability• Very good plant uniformity• Strong performance across wide
variety of environments
AG1301NEW
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium-early Relative Maturity63 Days to Mid Bloom 17–18 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagCream Grain ColorSemi-compact Head Type40–46" Plant HeightRed Plant Color
Yield for Maturity 2
Head Exertion 6
Plant Uniformity 1
Seedling Vigor 1
Root Lodging 1
Drought Tolerance: 2
Test Weight 5
Threshability 1
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland Environments SLimited Irrigation SFull Irrigation SHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils XNo-Till XPoorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area SDowny Mildew (Race 3) Area XHead Smut Prone Area MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium-Early White Grain Sorghum• Food-grade, white seeded hybrid
with tan plant color• Good yield potential under stress• Uniform short plant with good head
exertion
AG1401
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium-early Relative Maturity61 Days to Mid Bloom 14–16 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagWhite Grain ColorSemi-open Head Type30–36" Plant HeightTan Plant Color
Yield for Maturity 2
Head Exertion 6
Plant Uniformity 2
Seedling Vigor 3
Root Lodging 2
Drought Tolerance 2
Test Weight 3
Threshability 3
Charcoal Rot 3
Downy Mildew R3 5
Head Smut 4
MDMV 4
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland Environments HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HSHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils SNo-Till SPoorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area SDowny Mildew (Race 3) Area XHead Smut Prone Area S
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium Red Grain Sorghum• Excellent yield for maturity• Tremendous disease package • Consistent yields across all environments• Not recommended for downy mildew
prone areas
AG2103
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity66 Days to Mid Bloom 12–14 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagRed Grain ColorSemi-open Head Type42–48" Plant HeightPurple Plant Color
* Rating 2 for central grain growing areas. Rating 4 for western arid environments.
Yield for Maturity 1
Head Exertion 5
Plant Uniformity 2
Seedling Vigor 2
Root Lodging 2
Drought Tolerance* 4 2
Test Weight 2
Threshability 3
Charcoal Rot 2
Downy Mildew R3 6
Head Smut 3
MDMV 3
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland SHigh Yield Dryland Environments HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HSHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils SNo-Till SPoorly Drained Soils X
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium Red Grain Sorghum• Excellent yield potential for maturity• Excellent drought tolerance• Good threshability and seedling vigor• Highly resistant to root lodging
AG2105
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity67 Days to Mid Bloom 12–14 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagRed Grain ColorSemi-closed Head Type38–44" Plant HeightRed Plant Color
Yield for Maturity 1
Head Exertion 6
Plant Uniformity 3
Seedling Vigor 2
Root Lodging 1
Drought Tolerance 3
Test Weight 3
Threshability 2
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Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland HSHigh Yield Dryland Environments HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation SHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils SNo-Till SPoorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area XDowny Mildew (Race 3) Area MAHead Smut Prone Area MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium Red Grain Sorghum• Dependable, proven performer• Medium height, good uniformity,
superior stalks • Maintains agronomics and yields well
under drought stress and produces exceptional yields under more ideal conditions
AG2115
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity65 Days to Mid Bloom 15 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagPale Red Grain ColorSemi-open Head Type36–42" Plant HeightRed Plant Color
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
Yield for Maturity 2
Head Exertion 5
Plant Uniformity 3
Seedling Vigor 3
Root Lodging 2
Drought Tolerance 2
Test Weight 2
Threshability 2
Charcoal Rot 4
Downy Mildew R3 5
Head Smut 6
MDMV 7
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Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland XHigh Yield Dryland Environments SLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HSHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils SNo-Till XPoorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area SDowny Mildew (Race 3) Area MAHead Smut Prone Area S
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
* Rating 3 for areas with 25 inches of annual rainfall.
Medium-late Red Grain Sorghum • Taller red seeded hybrid with
excellent top-end yield potential• Very good disease package• High test weights• Excellent head exertion
AG3101
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium Relative Maturity68 Days to Mid Bloom 10–12 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagRed Grain ColorSemi-closed Head Type48–54" Plant HeightPurple Plant Color
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
Yield for Maturity 1
Head Exertion 2
Plant Uniformity 3
Seedling Vigor 2
Root Lodging 4
Drought Tolerance* 3
Test Weight 2
Threshability 2
Charcoal Rot 4
Downy Mildew R3 5
Head Smut 3
MDMV 2
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GRAIN SORGHUM
Primary area of adaptation
Recommended Seeding Rates: Vary depending on local growing conditions. Please see your Alta Seeds retailer for local recommendations.
FIELD POSITIONINGTough Dryland XHigh Yield Dryland Environments HSLimited Irrigation HSFull Irrigation HSHigh pH Soils Iron Chlorosis MAEarly Planting / Cold Soils XNo-Till XPoorly Drained Soils XAnthracnose Prone Area MADowny Mildew (Race 3) Area HSHead Smut Prone Area MA
Observed Suitability and Field-By-Field Positioning HS = Highly Suitable S = Suitable MA = Manage Appropriately X = Poor Suitability
Medium-Late Maturity Bronze Grain Sorghum• Semi-open-headed, bronze hybrid
with excellent top-end yield potential• Downy mildew resistance to R3 & R6• Well suited to the upper Gulf Coast
and East Coast
AG3201
* Rating 3 for areas with 25 inches of annual rainfall.
CHARACTERISTICS & RATINGSMedium-late Relative Maturity68 Days to Mid Bloom 12–14 Seeds/Lb (1,000) — check seed bagBronze Grain ColorSemi-open Head Type46–52" Plant HeightPurple Plant Color
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Poor Excellent
Based on Alta Seeds research trials relative to other Alta Seeds products.
Yield for Maturity 2
Head Exertion 5
Plant Uniformity 3
Seedling Vigor 2
Root Lodging 3
Drought Tolerance* 3
Test Weight 3
Threshability 2
Charcoal Rot 5
Downy Mildew R3 1
Downy Mildew R6 1
Head Smut 4
MDMV 2
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