Sorghum Supplier — Wholesale Grain Sorghum
Grain sorghum is a drought-tolerant cereal used as an energy feed grain and as a staple food in many parts of Africa and Asia. FUSHKOV GCG supplies sorghum for feed, food and processing to buyers worldwide on Incoterms 2020 terms.
Product
Grain sorghum
Uses
Feed, food, processing
Packaging
Bulk, big bags, bags
Terms
Incoterms 2020
What sorghum is
Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) is one of the world’s major cereals. It tolerates heat and drought better than maize and is grown widely in the Americas, Africa, Asia and Australia. The grain is rich in starch, and its feeding value is close to that of maize. Major exporters include the United States, Australia and Argentina.
Tannin and grain types
Low-tannin sorghum
White, yellow and most red sorghums without a pigmented testa. Preferred for poultry and pig feed and for most food uses, as protein and starch digestibility is high.
High-tannin sorghum
Brown sorghum with a pigmented testa layer. Condensed tannins bind protein and reduce digestibility, so feed buyers usually specify a maximum tannin level.
Typical specification (reference)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Moisture, max | 14% |
| Crude protein (dry matter basis) | Typically 9–12% |
| Broken kernels and foreign material, max | As agreed, typically 3–5% combined |
| Tannin | Low-tannin grades for feed; limit as agreed in the contract |
| Mycotoxins | Within the limits of the destination country |
| HS code | 1007 (1007 90 for grain other than seed) |
Reference values for typical commercial grades. The final specification is fixed in the contract; the final classification of a lot is confirmed by the customs declarant.
Main uses and markets
- Animal feed. Sorghum replaces part or all of the maize in compound feed for poultry, pigs and cattle; it is often ground or steam-flaked to improve starch use.
- Food. Whole and milled sorghum is used for flour, flatbreads, porridge and couscous, and is naturally gluten-free.
- Processing. Sorghum is a raw material for brewing, distilling and fuel ethanol production.
East Asia is a major import destination for feed sorghum; Africa, the Middle East and Asia buy sorghum for food and feed.
Packaging and logistics
Sorghum is shipped in bulk in vessel holds or containers, in big bags or in bags, by sea, rail or multimodal routes. Moisture control and fumigation where required by the destination help preserve quality during long voyages.
Why FUSHKOV GCG
International supply. We supply feed and food grains, including sorghum, to buyers worldwide.
Incoterms 2020. The delivery basis is fixed in the contract under Incoterms 2020 rules.
Independent inspection. Quantity and quality are typically checked by an independent inspector at loading.
Long-term contracts. We work with producers and buyers under long-term contracts; consultation and a commercial offer are available on request.
Frequently asked questions
Can sorghum replace maize in feed?
Low-tannin sorghum has an energy value close to maize and can replace a large share of it in poultry, pig and cattle rations. It contains little pigment, so poultry feed may need added pigments for yolk and skin colour.
Why does tannin content matter?
Condensed tannins in brown sorghum bind proteins and digestive enzymes, which lowers feed efficiency. Feed and food buyers therefore usually require low-tannin grain.
Which HS code applies to sorghum?
Grain sorghum is classified under HS heading 1007; grain other than seed for sowing falls under 1007 90. The final classification of a lot is confirmed by the customs declarant.
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