Pearl Millet

Pearl Millet is an upright summer annual bunch grass. As a warm season annual forage, pearl millet is fast-growing, high-yielding, and excellent for summer grazing and silage. It is highly palatable and does not produce prussic acid, making it safer for livestock and horses vs. other available options. Increased nitrate levels could be a concern especially in the lower 6″ of the plant if drought, excessive heat, cold or high plant stress conditions are present. It has broad, flat, pointed leaves with serrated edges with cattail like inflorescences. It uses low amounts of water which makes it great in heat and drought environments. It utilizes the wind to self-pollinate. It is best if grazed between 24-30 inches tall.

Type: Grass

Season: Cool Season

Seeding & Growth

• Drilled: 15 lb/A, 1/4″ to 1/2″ deep
• Dates: September to November