National Sorghum Producers

Thank you to Mojo Seeds for your support as a NSP Industry Partner! Mojo Seeds has been working hand-in-hand with dairies, feedlots and nutritionists to develop hybrids for over 40 years. Learn more about the NSP Industry Partner program at https://lnkd.in/gUrYWgQA

Do you have an upcoming sorghum event? Let us know at https://lnkd.in/geej6M8v so we can share with the industry!

This week, representatives from the U.S. sorghum industry met with the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation, Embrapa, in Brazil to discuss advancements and the elevation of global sorghum research. This pivotal meeting aims to strengthen our international partnerships and drive innovation in sorghum production. Participants from the U.S. sorghum industry included: Tim Lust, National Sorghum Producers CEO Kendall Hodgson, United Sorghum Checkoff Program Chairman Craig Meeker, National Sorghum Producers Chairman Matt Durler, Climate Smart Sorghum Managing Director Sarah Sexton-Bowser, Center for Sorghum Improvement Managing Director Matthew Bartek, Innovative Seed Solutions North American Commercial Lead Jace Hefner, U.S. Grains Council Manager of Global Trade Together, we are committed to advancing the sorghum industry and enhancing its impact on a global scale. 🌍 #SorghumSustains #GlobalResearch #Innovation #Embrapa

Thank you to Dekalb for your support as a NSP Industry Partner! Dekalb is committed to supporting the modern farmer by building agriculture solutions for today and tomorrow. Learn more about the NSP Industry Partner program at https://lnkd.in/gUrYWgQA

NSP Vice Chair Amy France testified yesterday at the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry - Republican Subcommittee on Conservation, Climate, Forestry and Natural Resources "Hearing on the High Plains: Combatting Drought with Innovation." Watch or read her testimony here https://lnkd.in/gVPcMP_3. "Our livelihood, as well as those generations who follow us, are absolutely dependent on a stable water supply. ...We can do this by adapting new technologies, improving practices and policies, and harnessing the inherent attributes of drought resilient crops like sorghum."

Great work being done by our sister organization the United Sorghum Checkoff Program and partners at the U.S. Grains Council.

Thank you to Double Team Sorghum Cropping Solutions for your support as an NSP Industry Partner! Combined with FirstAct™ herbicide, the Double Team™ Sorghum Cropping Solution is a leading option for grass weed control. Learn more about the Industry Partner program at https://lnkd.in/gRETmYy5

National Sorghum Producers responded to U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry - Republican John Boozman's #farmbill framework. We are pleased to see positive momentum and a proposal that takes into consideration rising costs for #soghum farmers. It sets the foundation for an improved safety net, and we look forward to working with the full committee as details progress. https://lnkd.in/gDsHn67m

Through crop rotation with sorghum or with innovative new market solutions, farmers can change course on the looming water crisis. https://lnkd.in/gM52y8v8 #water #sorghumsustains #climatesmart

NSP saw a strong start in the pilot year for our Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities grant with 23 growers signing contracts totaling over 10,000 acres of land and $550,000. To learn more about this program visit https://lnkd.in/gBGrPpSf