New Uses

New uses of sorghum

The United Sorghum Checkoff Program is working to enhance the usability of sorghum in industries that reach beyond the traditional markets. In the U.S., Sorghum Checkoff-funded research opportunities are looking at sorghum's potential to fight cancer, high cholesterol and obesity. At the same time, sorghum is high in antioxidants and gluten free. It is a versatile product for individuals living with Celiac disease, an intolerance to gluten which is found in products like wheat and barley.

The pet food industry already uses sorghum because of its low glycemic index which helps it to control diabetes in companion animals. Sorghum is used in florals, birdseed and deer feeders. Around the world, sorghum is already used for building materials like fencing, a plywood-like product and as a binder in wallboard.

The Sorghum Checkoff will continue working on behalf of sorghum producers to encourage new and exciting markets for this crop.

For more information about new uses, click the links below.
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