Strong seedling establishment in alfalfa is important to achieve the plant density needed to outcompete weeds and produce high biomass yields. However, establishing alfalfa can be challenging because ...

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Use yield data and costs of production to determine changes in profitability. Monitor the changes in alfalfa stem density, plant density, and plant height over the life of the stand. While stem and ...

The most important factor in field selection is the weed spectrum present. Good recommendations for perennial weed control in established alfalfa seed fields are not presently available. Consequently, ...

Low yielding hay areas too stony or saline for conventional tillage can be significantly improved by directly seeding alfalfa into the native vegetation. The following table shows the increase in ...

This widely adapted perennial legume is grown in every state in the US. Alfalfa does best on soils with fine to medium textures that are moderately to well drained and neutral or higher in pH. It ...

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