Q. I"m planning to harvest an alfalfa-grass mix for silage. What is the best dry matter content to ensile at? A. The optimum dry matter (DM) content for alfalfa, alfalfa-grass mixtures and grass ...

Corn silage is outperforming alfalfa in dairy rations in a number of comparisons, Dr Mike Hutjens, Extension dairy specialist with the University of Illinois Extension, said Thursday at World ...

Information about alfalfa production is available in Purdue Extension's Forage Field Guide. The guides can be purchased for $7 each from Purdue Extension's The Education Store by searching ID-317.

The founder and president of the Midwest Forage Association said major companies have exited the alfalfa seed industry, and as a result, have had an impact on its funding sources.

A recently released report on alfalfa market trends says the market is seeing “strong growth” driven by more consumer awareness of food production techniques, including animal feeds. But ...

Perennial forages will recover, but it is beneficial to give them ample time to rest and rejuvenate by removing grazing ...

Dandelions and Forage Establishment The presence of dandelions can injure alfalfa seed crops and is often the main reason for removal or rotation of these perennial stands.

The Global Alfalfa Seed Market is projected to register a CAGR of 4.71%. Key Highlights. Largest Segment by Breeding Technology - Hybrids : The large share of hybrids is associated with the ...