Grain sorghum

What this collection includes

This collection groups Milo, Red Milo, Sorghum/Milo and White Milo. “Milo” is a common name for grain sorghum; the different listing names do not, by themselves, establish a formal grain class, grade or intended use.

Color names describe appearance, not necessarily tannin status. Formal sorghum classes distinguish color from tannin classification, so a red or white name alone cannot confirm a lot’s tannin level. Ask for the lot’s stated class and any relevant test when that distinction matters.

Compare lots by specification, not name alone

For a bulk comparison, clarify whether the offer is whole or processed grain and request the applicable grade or class, test weight, moisture, damaged kernels, broken kernels and foreign material. Confirm that the specification matches the receiving operation and intended use; the collection names do not establish food-grade or feed-grade suitability.

For feed applications, processing can affect how grain sorghum is used in a ration. Verify form and nutritional information against the requirements of the target animal and complete feed. For human-food applications, request documentation that specifically supports the intended use rather than inferring suitability from a white color description.

Plan for bulk storage and receiving

Sorghum’s small kernels restrict airflow through a bulk compared with corn, and it dries more slowly under comparable conditions. When evaluating a lot for storage, consider moisture, fines, grain depth, aeration capacity and monitoring. Set moisture requirements with the storage duration and moisture basis specified; one target should not be assumed universal.

Common questions.