SORGHUM
DROUGHT-RESILIENT SUPERGRAIN
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Sorghum - Drought-Resilient Grain
Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) is a highly versatile cereal grain that has been cultivated for over 5,000 years, particularly in Africa and Asia. It's known for its exceptional drought tolerance and nutritional value. Nuragri-Expo supplies premium quality sorghum from major growing regions, ensuring consistent quality.
Our sorghum is carefully selected and processed to meet international standards, making it ideal for gluten-free products, animal feed, and traditional foods. We maintain strict quality control throughout the supply chain to deliver the finest sorghum products to our global customers.
Types of Sorghum
White Sorghum
Most common variety, used for flour, porridge, and traditional foods.
Red Sorghum
Higher in antioxidants and tannins, used for specialty foods and beverages.
Common Packing For Container Shipment
| Products | Packing | Container |
|---|---|---|
| Sorghum | 50kg PP Bags | 200 Bags in 20'FCL / 400 Bags in 40'FCL |
Origin of Sorghum with production
The United States is the largest producer of sorghum, followed by Nigeria and Sudan. Major growing regions include the Great Plains (US), Nigerian savanna, and Sudanese agricultural zones.
Global sorghum production exceeds 65 million metric tons annually. The crop thrives in hot, dry climates and is highly drought-tolerant. The US alone produces over 10 million tons annually.
Specification
| Properties | Values & Limits |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Max. 13% |
| Protein | Min. 9% |
| Foreign Matter | Max. 1% |
| Broken Grains | Max. 3% |
| Test Weight | Min. 70 kg/hl |
| Color | White to cream |
| Free from | Any kind of infestation |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100gm
Amounts per servings
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet.
Health Benefits & Uses
Health Benefits
- Sorghum is naturally gluten-free and an excellent alternative for people with celiac disease.
- It contains unique compounds called 3-deoxyanthocyanidins with potential health benefits.
- Sorghum is highly drought-tolerant and can grow in arid conditions where other crops fail.
- The grain is rich in antioxidants, particularly phenolic compounds.
- Sorghum has a low glycemic index, making it beneficial for blood sugar management.
- It's used for traditional flatbreads, porridges, and as a gluten-free flour substitute.
- Sorghum is increasingly used in biofuel production due to its high starch content.