Sorghum Scarab Step

Scarab Step — an early-maturing hybrid sorghum variety with a vegetation period of 100–110 days. Plants reach a height of 150–180 cm, with no or very weak anthocyanin pigmentation in seedlings. This variety is distinguished by high productivity both in green mass and grain, with an average yield of green mass of about 27.5 t/ha. The feed quality of Scarab Step is high: crude protein content reaches 8.1%, fiber — 20–29%, and total sugar — 15.6%. Sorghum Scarab Step has high drought resistance and plasticity, allowing successful cultivation in the Southern Steppe of Ukraine. The crop is capable of tolerating heat, drought, and saline soils, as well as adapting to various soil types with soil pH ranging from 5.5 to 8.5 and salt concentration of 0.6–0.8%. Thanks to its water-efficient use — it uses 1.5–2 times less water per unit of biomass than other cereal crops — this variety is especially valuable under limited water conditions. Successful cultivation of Scarab Step requires agronomic measures, including soil preparation, sowing, crop care, and timely harvest. The optimal plant density for grain sorghum is 140–160 thousand viable seeds per hectare. The variety is characterized by high yield and feed quality, making it in demand both for domestic consumption and export. Due to its characteristics, Scarab Step is a reliable choice for farmers seeking a stable and high-quality sorghum harvest.