Depending on region, livestock type, and forage source, it is safe to say many livestock producers could be planning to augment forage stands as soon as possible this spring. Having a better understanding of what alfalfa stands might look like in a couple of months will help guide those decisions. Alfalfa injury or death (from winter weather OR overall plant hardiness) occurs because of a myriad of factors:
Read MoreLate Summer Alfalfa Management Considerations
I’ve started to receive a lot of questions from our dealers and farmers about fall management in alfalfa stands and how dry soil conditions and a shortage of available forage might be cause for us to re-assess our normal plans for this year’s situation. Here are my thoughts on the top two questions I have received.
Read MoreEnduro 423 AP - An alfalfa for your tougher ground
For years CISCO has boasted quite a lineup of disease-resistant alfalfa varieties. That trend continues today as we say goodbye to a long time favorite, Enduro Elite, and upgrade to a better variety - Enduro 423AP alfalfa. What’s so special about 423?
Read MoreAlfalfa Stem Size - How Important is it?
Are you having an issue with the stem size of your alfalfa stand? What are the factors that actually influence that?
Read MoreQuestions Concerning Alfalfa Heaving
In the past week the phone has been ringing off the hook with questions concerning alfalfa heaving, winter kill, or winter induced injury. This has occurred throughout the Midwest and is as far reaching as Iowa and Missouri.
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