Penn02 BMR

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Penn02 BMR
A brown midrib (BMR) sorghum/sudangrass selected
for grazing and hay production.
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Identification
Color varies from reddish-brown to dark brown and
is visibly evident on stems and leaves.
Intensity of color is NO indication of quality!
Color is only a marker!
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Benefits of Penn02 BMR Sorghum Sudan vs. Normal
Midrib
?40 to 60 reduction in lignin. ? Increased
digestibility ? Increased palatability ? Good
standability
Utilization After 10-days
Conventional BMR
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2002 Sorghum/Sudan Yields Plainsman Research
Center, CSU
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2001 Sorghum/Sudan Yields Texas AM Variety
Trials - McGregor