Start Date
2-22-2018 9:20 AM
Description
Alfalfa is a highly productive forage legume that is well adapted to transition zone states like Kentucky. It can be grazed, hayed, or ensiled. Once established and under good management, expected yields range from 5-7 tons per acre per year. High yields can only be obtained from a dense and vigorous alfalfa stand. The first step in obtaining such stands is establishment. The establishment phase of alfalfa production is critical since realization of returns from all other input costs is dependent upon having a good stand and it is expensive. It is important to remember that alfalfa establishment begins long before the actual seeding. Successful establishment requires a great deal of planning and attention to detail. The objective of this proceedings article is to outline the necessary steps in logical order that will help you to get off to a good start with alfalfa production.
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Alfalfa Establishment: Getting Off to a Good Start!
Alfalfa is a highly productive forage legume that is well adapted to transition zone states like Kentucky. It can be grazed, hayed, or ensiled. Once established and under good management, expected yields range from 5-7 tons per acre per year. High yields can only be obtained from a dense and vigorous alfalfa stand. The first step in obtaining such stands is establishment. The establishment phase of alfalfa production is critical since realization of returns from all other input costs is dependent upon having a good stand and it is expensive. It is important to remember that alfalfa establishment begins long before the actual seeding. Successful establishment requires a great deal of planning and attention to detail. The objective of this proceedings article is to outline the necessary steps in logical order that will help you to get off to a good start with alfalfa production.