It really depends on where you are located. Two forage options after wheat harvest include either foxtail millet or a sorghum-sudangrass hybrid. These should be planted as soon as possible after wheat harvest to capitalize on the remaining growing season. Assuming a July 15 planting date would result in about 60 or more days of good growing conditions and respectable hay yields. Hay yield will be lower if the planting date passes into late July or early August. Either foxtail millet or sorghum-sudangrass hybrids will make good hay. Foxtail millet will have finer stems than a sorghum-sudangrass hybrid and will dry quicker for baling. Sorghum-sudangrass hybrids will likely have an advantage in tons of hay produced.

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