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Old Stand Management

Old Stand Management

Learn about how to manage your old stands with removal, crop rotation, and overseeding. Overseeding another forage species into a depleted alfalfa stand can extend stand life and improve yield.

Biotechnology and Roundup Ready Alfalfa

Biotechnology and Roundup Ready Alfalfa

Glyphosate-tolerant (GT) Alfalfa or Roundup-Ready Alfalfa (RRA) was approved for planting in the US in February, 2011. RRA is a genetically engineered variety of alfalfa, which can be used safely in combination with the herbicide 'glyphosate' (Roundup). RRA was originally deregulated and commercialized in 2005 but then a lawsuit in 2007 rescinded the deregulation, halting further plantings.

Economics and Marketing

Economics and Marketing

Learn about the economic value of alfalfa and see market summaries for alfalfa crops and other commodities.

Harvest Management

Harvest Management

Learn how to make important harvest management decisions for your alfalfa crop. Harvest timing and cutting schedules have a profound influence on nutritional quality, forage yield, stand life, and overall profitability.