Determining Physical and Mechanical Properties of Sorghum [Sorghum bicolour (L. Moench)] Grains of Selected Early Maturing Varieties Produced in Hararghe Zones, Ethiopia
Atomsa Gurracho, Birhanu, Bekele Tola, Yetenayet, Fanta Badie, Abebe, Abera Habtegabriel, Solomon, Fikreyesus Forsido, Sirawdink
National Academic Digital Repository of Ethiopia
Abstract
Background: The high postharvest losses of sorghum reported in Hararghe Zones demand intervention through using technologies. Selection of design, improvement, and utilization of postharvest equipment depend on grain physical and mechanical property information of the concerned specific crop type and variety. However, this information is lacking for sorghum varieties produced in Hararghe Zones of Ethiopia. Objective: The aim the study was to generate data on physical and mechanical properties of grains of selected sorghum varieties. Materials and Methods: Three early (Makko, Malkam, and Qaqqaba) and one late maturing (Muyra) sorghum varieties were selected. Factorial combination of 4 × 6 treatments levels was adapted with different replications as recommended for every specific parameter.