Avigrain Sorghum (Milo) Bird Seed – Australian Grain for Aviary Birds & Poultry

Avigrain Sorghum (Milo) Bird Seed

Avigrain Sorghum, also known as milo, is a clean whole grain used in birdseed blends and supplementary feeding programs. It provides a natural source of carbohydrate energy and adds variety and texture to diets for pigeons, doves, parrots, poultry and other grain-eating birds.

Avigrain is an Australian family-owned birdseed specialist known for breeder’s-quality seed mixes and straight grains. This sorghum is listed as grown and produced in Australia and is available in sizes from 1kg to 20kg for household birds, backyard flocks and larger aviaries.

Why Feed Sorghum

Sorghum is a firm, round cereal grain that is also commonly called milo. It is primarily an energy-providing grain and is widely used in animal and poultry feed rations.

It works well as part of a varied seed mix, particularly for birds that naturally handle medium-sized grains. The whole kernels also encourage normal picking and foraging behaviour when scattered through a clean feeding area.

Sorghum should not be treated as a complete diet on its own. It does not provide the full balance of protein, amino acids, calcium, vitamins and minerals required by laying poultry or companion birds, so it should be combined with a suitable complete feed or balanced seed program.

Product Details

• Ingredient: Whole sorghum grain

• Also known as: Milo

• Product type: Straight birdseed grain

• Country of origin: Listed as grown and produced in Australia

• Suitable for: Pigeons, doves, parrots, poultry and other compatible grain-eating birds

• Available sizes: 1kg, 2kg, 4kg and 20kg

• Brand: Avigrain

How to Feed

Offer Avigrain Sorghum as part of a varied and balanced diet rather than as the only food source.

• Mix with other appropriate seeds and grains

• Add to pigeon or aviary birdseed blends

• Offer poultry in moderation alongside a complete pellet, mash or crumble

• Adjust the grain size and serving amount to suit the species

• Remove damp, mouldy or contaminated seed

• Keep fresh, clean drinking water available at all times

When feeding chickens or other poultry, complete layer or grower feed should remain the main part of the diet. Feeding too much straight grain can dilute the protein, calcium, vitamins and minerals provided by the complete ration.

Is It Suitable for Small Birds?

Sorghum kernels are larger and firmer than fine seeds such as millet or canary seed. They are generally better suited to pigeons, doves, parrots, poultry and birds accustomed to medium-sized grains.

Some smaller birds may ignore whole sorghum or struggle to open it. Choose seed sizes that match the bird’s species and normal feeding habits rather than assuming it will suit every finch or small aviary bird.

Storage

Store Avigrain Sorghum in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the bag sealed or transfer it to a clean, secure feed container to protect the grain from insects, rodents and humidity.

Check the seed regularly and discard it if it develops mould, an unusual smell or signs of pest contamination.

Key Features & Benefits

• Australian-grown whole sorghum grain

• Also commonly known as milo

• Adds energy and variety to seed blends

• Suitable for pigeons, doves, parrots and poultry

• Useful for aviaries, breeders and backyard flocks

• Can be mixed with other compatible seeds and grains

• Encourages natural picking and foraging

• Straight grain with no mixed ingredients

• Available in 1kg, 2kg, 4kg and 20kg sizes

• Large 20kg option for regular or multi-bird feeding

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Avigrain Sorghum Milo?

Avigrain Sorghum Milo is a straight whole grain used in birdseed mixes and supplementary animal feeding. Sorghum and milo are two names commonly used for the same cereal grain.

Which birds can eat sorghum?

Sorghum is commonly fed to pigeons, doves, parrots, chickens and other birds that can comfortably eat medium-sized grains. Suitability depends on the bird’s species, size and normal diet.

Is sorghum suitable for chickens?

Yes. Chickens can eat sorghum as a supplementary grain, but it should not replace a complete poultry feed. Layer pellets or mash should remain the main diet so hens continue receiving enough protein, calcium, vitamins and minerals.

Can parrots eat sorghum?

Many medium and large parrots can eat sorghum as part of a balanced seed or grain mix. It should be offered alongside foods appropriate to the species rather than used as the complete diet.

Is sorghum suitable for finches?

Some larger finches may eat sorghum, but many small finches prefer finer seeds such as millet, panicum and canary seed. Whole sorghum may be too large or hard for some smaller species.

Is Avigrain Sorghum a complete bird food?

No. It is a single grain, not a nutritionally complete bird food. Combine it with a balanced feeding program that supplies the protein, calcium, vitamins and minerals required by the bird species.

How should I store sorghum birdseed?

Keep it sealed in a cool and dry location, protected from moisture, insects and rodents. Do not feed grain that smells musty, appears mouldy or has become contaminated.

What sizes are available?

Avigrain Sorghum Milo is available from BPG Supplies in 1kg, 2kg, 4kg and 20kg sizes. The 20kg bag is suited to aviaries, breeders and larger backyard flocks.