The sorghum variety Capello belongs to the medium-early maturity group with a vegetative period of 115-120 days. The plant reaches a height of 110-130 cm and exhibits resistance to lodging, ensuring harvest stability. The grain is red in color, with an average 1000-grain weight of about 32 g, characterized by moderate quality indicators. The variety demonstrates high tolerance to diseases such as blister and smut head, as well as helminthosporium, enhancing its reliability under various climatic conditions.
Capello shows high drought resistance and heat tolerance, making it especially valuable for cultivation in hot and dry regions such as the Southern, Eastern, and Central areas. Sorghum originated in Africa, which explains its resilience and ability to grow on nutrient-poor soils. The variety is recommended for grain use, with protein and starch content in the grain varying depending on growing conditions.
Additionally, Capello sorghum is well-suited for silage production, providing a stable silage yield. In dry conditions, silage yield can be increased by intercropping sorghum with corn. Due to its agronomic characteristics and resistance to adverse factors, the Capello variety is a promising choice for Ukrainian farmers aiming to obtain a high-quality and stable harvest.
