Getting STARTED
WITH SORGHUM

How to Eat

There are many different types of sorghum that can be used in a ton of products. 

Whole Grain

Whole grain sorghum is the full unprocessed grain and can be cooked like quinoa, rice, or other grains.

Pearled Grain

Pearled grain sorghum can be used like whole grain sorghum. The main difference is it has the bran layer removed which allows for faster cook times.

Flour

Sorghum flour can be used to make a variety of gluten-free breads, pizza crusts, muffins, cookies, and other baked goods.

Popped

Sorghum can be popped like popcorn, and it’s great as a snack or as an addition to homemade trail mix, granola bars or other baked goods.

Bran

Available in burgundy, black and sumac varieties, sorghum bran is rich in antioxidants and high in fiber.

Flaked

Flaked sorghum makes an excellent addition to breakfast cereals, energy bars, cookies and granola snacks.

Syrup

Sorghum syrup is a natural sweetener that has a higher nutritional value than other sweeteners like honey or molasses.

HOW TO COOK

Sorghum Products

If you want to support U.S. farmers who care about growing a nutritious and sustainable food source, just buy sorghum or products with sorghum as an ingredient. Simply check the ingredients label on the back of the package.

WHERE TO BUY

The easiest place to find whole grain sorghum and other sorghum products is in the health food aisle of the grocery store.

Stock sorghum

If want to get your hands on some sorghum but your store doesn’t stock it, buy it online. Or…use this form and urge your local retailers to get in on the secret and stock sorghum.

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