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Frosted alfalfa might have lower NDF concentration than predicted by growing degree days
Published on May 8, 2012
Scissors cutting program suggests optimal growing degree days for first harvest alfalfa is likely higher this year. -
Weather impact on alfalfa quality assessed by field project
Published on May 8, 2012
MSU Extension educators have coordinated a short-term field project to assess the effects of this spring’s unusual weather conditions on the growth and quality of alfalfa across Michigan. -
Winter annuals are a concern in first cutting alfalfa
Published on May 4, 2012
Mild winter, early spring and cool April gives winter annual weeds a competitive edge over alfalfa in established stands. -
Should producers consider an early first cutting harvest on alfalfa fields being rotated to corn?
Published on April 27, 2012
If a producer needs the feed, go get it! -
Proper hay sampling holds the key to accurate forage testing
Published on April 12, 2012
Proper hay sampling for an accurate forage test may not be new, but it sure is important. -
Using small grains for forage
Published on April 10, 2012
Small grains such as barley, oats, triticale and wheat can be excellent forage crops in the form of pasture, hay and silage. With uncertain weather this spring and summer, planning ahead by planting small grains as an emergency crop is a good idea. -
Freezing temperatures following record warmth may pose threat to alfalfa
Published on March 30, 2012
Walk your fields to assess any possible damage to alfalfa stands. -
First cutting alfalfa may be early this year
Published on March 27, 2012
Due to this year’s very warm spring, the first cutting of alfalfa may be quite early. -
Early season field crop insect pests may have been aided by warmer than normal winter
Published on March 13, 2012
Early season pests such as corn flea beetles, bean leaf beetles and alfalfa weevils may get off to an early start with Michigan’s warm winter. -
Is festulolium a cool-season forage grass you should consider?
Published on March 1, 2012
Festulolium, a cross of perennial (or Italian) ryegrass and meadow fescue, has benefits for grazing operations.