Sorghums are a group of cereal plants that are valued for their grains, which are used for making flour, feed, and ethanol. They are also known by different names in different regions. In Africa, they are called durra, in India, jowar, and in the Americas, they are known as milo. Other synonyms for sorghums include sorgho, kaoliang, kafir corn, shallu, guinea corn, and great millet. Each of these names refers to a specific variety of sorghum or a specific way of using it. Despite the diversity of names, sorghums are an important staple crop in many parts of the world, providing food security and income to millions of people.