General Information

SAPHIR BMR is a BMR (Brown Midrib) sorghum hybrid developed by LIDEA, featuring leaves with reduced lignin content for superior digestibility in forage.

This hybrid is highly adaptable to various climates and recommended for silage production, animal feed, and bioenergy applications.

Advantages & Features

• Maturity: Early / Medium
•    Grain Color: White / Light Grey
• Reduced lignin content (BMR) – improved digestibility
• Excellent stay green performance
• Strong early vigor
• Good resistance to diseases and water stress
• 1000-grain weight: ~36–38 g

Cultivation Recommendations

• Seeding density: 240–280k seeds/ha
• Seeding depth: 2–4 cm
• Minimum soil temperature: ≥10–12 °C