Piper Sudan Grass Seed

Piper Sudan Grass is a premium warm-season annual forage grass widely recognized for its rapid establishment, exceptional regrowth, and high-quality forage production. Developed for superior palatability and fine-stemmed growth, Piper Sudan Grass produces nutritious hay and pasture while offering excellent drought tolerance and adaptability to a wide range of growing conditions.

Compared to many sorghum varieties, Piper Sudan Grass has finer stems, allowing for faster drying and higher-quality hay production. It is an excellent forage crop for livestock producers seeking multiple harvests throughout the growing season.

Origin

  • USA

Recommended Uses

Piper Sudan Grass is ideal for:

  • Hay Production
  • Pasture Grazing
  • Green Chop
  • Silage
  • Emergency Summer Forage

It is particularly valued for producing soft, leafy forage with excellent digestibility and high livestock acceptance.

Agronomic Characteristics

Characteristic Specification
Crop Type Warm-season annual forage grass
Plant Height 5–8 feet (1.5–2.5 m)
Growth Habit Upright, fine-stemmed, leafy
Regrowth Excellent
Drought Tolerance High
Root System Deep and extensive
Maturity Early to Medium

Planting Recommendations

  • Recommended planting period: April through June (depending on regional climate).
  • Soil pH: 6.0–7.5 (optimum: 6.5).
  • Planting depth:
    • ¾–1 inch (2–2.5 cm) in heavy soils.
    • Up to 1½ inches (4 cm) in lighter sandy soils.
  • Recommended seeding rate:
    • 20–30 kg per hectare
    • Approximately 8–12 kg per acre
  • Performs best in well-drained, fertile soils with adequate moisture.

Harvest Schedule

  • First harvest: 60–70 days after planting.
  • Subsequent harvests: Every 40–45 days, depending on growing conditions.
  • Typical production:
    • 2–3 cuttings per growing season
    • Excellent regrowth after each harvest.

Nutritional Value

When harvested at the vegetative to early boot stage, Piper Sudan Grass provides highly nutritious forage with excellent digestibility.

Typical forage values:

Nutrient Typical Range
Crude Protein 12–18%
Moisture (Hay) ≤12%
Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN) 55–62%
ADF (Acid Detergent Fiber) 30–38%
NDF (Neutral Detergent Fiber) 50–60%

Seed Quality

Our Piper Sudan Grass Seed is produced under strict quality standards to ensure excellent field performance.

  • Seed Type: Raw (Non-Coated)
  • Available as Certified or Non-Certified seed
  • Germination: Minimum 85–90%
  • High Purity
  • Uniform Seed Size
  • Excellent Field Emergence

Suitable For

Piper Sudan Grass provides excellent forage for:

  • Dairy Cattle
  • Beef Cattle
  • Horses
  • Sheep
  • Goats
  • Camels

Packaging

Available in:

  • 25 kg seed bags

Suitable for commercial farms, forage producers, agricultural distributors, and international export markets.

Key Benefits

  • Fast establishment and vigorous early growth
  • Fine stems for quicker hay drying
  • High forage yield with excellent regrowth
  • Highly palatable and digestible
  • Excellent drought tolerance
  • Multiple harvests during the growing season
  • Adaptable to a wide range of soils and climates
  • Ideal for hay, grazing, green chop, and silage production