Bargrazer is a forage sorghum X sudan hybrid variety that has proven itself time after time. It is widely adapted, doing well on sandy-, loam-, and clay soil. It provides good quality grazing and is ideal for making hay.
General comments
- It requires seasonal rainfall of more than 500 mm
- Cows can start grazing at 75 cm and sheep at 50 cm
- Graze down to a height of no less than 200-250 mm
- When making bales it should be cut before stems get too thick. 3 to 4 cuts are possible if done at 75-90 cm
- Establish: October to December – soil temperature must be 16°C and rising
- It reacts positively to Nitrogen applications
Take note for sorghums:
- Take prussic acid precautions when sorghums are grazed. Therefore, do not utilise if plants are under stress.
- Gradually expose hungry animals to sorghum
- Not suitable for horses
Seeding rate
- 20-25kg/ha (irrigation); 12.5-18kg/ha (dryland)
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