Seed production in sorghum is a vital link in crop improvement through which improved cultivars reach the farmers. Hybrid Seed production in sorghum is largely confined to the states of Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. i. A, B and R Lines: Commercial seed production of hybrids in sorghum is accomplished through the use of cytoplasmic genetic male [...]
In this article we will discuss about the industrial uses of sorghum. 1. Binding Industry: It is used in the preparation of gypsum wallboards, insulation boards and as adhesive in plywood and flake board manufacturing. 2. Foundry Binders: Gelatinised sorghum flour is used as foundry core binder and as molding and sand additives. 3. Mineral Refining: Sorghum flour is used [...]
Most of the cultivated varieties of sorghum can be classified into a number of fairly distinct variety-groups, the most important of which are: i. Kafir: These are characterised by relatively small cylindrical heads, which are borne on strong juicy stalks. Leaves are large and relatively numerous. The seeds are medium sized. ii. Milo: These varieties have large, compact, ovoid heads, [...]