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Here’s some info Based on the search results, here are some recommendations for sorghum varieties well-suited for Texas: ## Grain Sorghum Varieties Pioneer 85G01 is a popular mid-season variety grown in the Texas Panhandle region. It has shown good yields under both irrigated and dryland conditions, producing up to 150 bushels per acre when irrigated[4]. When selecting grain sorghum hybrids, Texas producers generally look for varieties that are: - Adapted to local soils and growing conditions - Consistently high-yielding - Medium to medium-late maturing - Drought resistant - Tolerant to important local diseases - Have good standability[1] County Extension agents can provide information on hybrid variety tests conducted in local demonstrations and Texas AgriLife Research performance trials to help determine the best varieties for a specific area[1]. ## Forage Sorghum Varieties For forage production, sorghum/sudan hybrids are recommended. When planting late in the season, basic sorghum/sudan varieties from seed dealers are suitable. These may also be called: - Sorgo/sorghum-sudan - Three-way cross - Sudangrass - Haygrazer[2] For late plantings focused on forage production, specialized varieties like brown midrib (BMR) or photoperiod-sensitive types are not necessary and may be more expensive[2]. ## Considerations for Different Uses Texas sorghum has versatile applications, so variety selection depends on the intended use: - **Grain sorghum** (also called milo or maize) is grown primarily for its starchy seeds used in livestock feed[5]. - **Forage sorghum** is best for grazing pasture, hay production, silage, and green chop[3][6]. - **Sweet sorghum** varieties with juicy stems can be used for syrup production[5]. - **Grass sorghums** like Sudan grass are grown as annual forages for feed and hay[5]. When choosing a variety, consider factors like your specific location in Texas, available irrigation, intended use, and local disease pressures. Consulting with local Extension agents or agronomists can help determine the best sorghum varieties for your particular situation and production goals. Sources [1] Grain Sorghum Production in West Central Texas https://sanangelo.tamu.edu/extension/agronomy/agronomy-publications/grain-sorghum-production-in-west-central-texas/ [2] Texas A&M AgriLife Sorghum Tips | Texas Row Crops Newsletter https://agrilife.org/texasrowcrops/2022/08/03/texas-am-agrilife-sorghum-tips-2/ [3] [PDF] Texas Sorghum: The Versatile Ancient Grain https://texasagriculture.gov/Portals/0/forms/MKT/TDA%20Sorghum%20Commodity%20Card.pdf [4] Viewing a thread - grain sorghum varieties - AgTalk Home https://talk.newagtalk.com/forums/thread-view.asp?DisplayType=flat&tid=343895 [5] Corel Office Document http://comal.agrilife.org/files/2011/08/grainsorghumintexas_27.pdf [6] Texas Sorghum - Texas Department of Agriculture https://texasagriculture.gov/Grants-Services/Marketing-and-International-Trade/International/Buyers-and-Consumers/Texas-Sorghum [7] [PDF] Crop Profile for Sorghum in Texas https://www-aes.tamu.edu/files/2010/06/Crop-Profile-for-Sorghum-in-Texas2.pdf

https://www.mafes.msstate.edu/variety-trials/includes/crops/grain.php Mississippi State Trails

Texas A and M variety trail. Your Extension service should have all the access to varieties suitable to you area. Thats where I would start.