Warner Seeds is a Texas-based agricultural company that develops, produces, and markets elite forage and grain sorghum genetics, cereal grains, and custom seed services, focusing on high-performance research and grower-centered support.
Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Hereford, Texas, Warner Seeds is an agricultural firm specializing in the research, development, production, and commercialization of grain sorghum, forage sorghum, sorghum-sudangrass hybrids, and small grains. The company operates as a comprehensive organization that integrates advanced genetics with custom production and processing services. By leveraging an extensive private germplasm library and yield-testing programs that span North and South America, Africa, Australia, and Asia, Warner Seeds delivers high-performance hybrids tailored to diverse regional needs. Their technical capabilities include designing specialty products for food, ethanol, and poultry markets, alongside traits for drought resilience, herbicide tolerance, and insect protection.
For growers and industry partners, Warner Seeds serves as a vital provider of elite genetic solutions designed to address complex field challenges and maximize yield. The company supports its customers through a service-oriented model that includes custom seed conditioning, private label opportunities, and agronomic guidance. By maintaining a lean, efficient operational structure—reintroduced through their retail brand, Kelly Green Seeds—they offer flexibility in seed purchasing and supply chain management. Their commitment to innovation is evidenced by a robust R&D program and strategic asset acquisitions, such as the Sorghum Partners brand, ensuring that they continue to provide resilient, high-yielding options that help operations achieve sustainable performance.