Another alfalfa weevil scouting article was recently released by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. (Click here to see tips from the University of Illinois.) Extension specialists explain the life cycle of the alfalfa weevil consists of four stages: egg, larva, pupa and adult beetle or weevil. The first indications of weevil injury are small holes eaten in leaves at the growing tip during April and May. This injury becomes more apparent as weevil larvae grow.

Although corn planting is a priority this time of year, don't forget about keeping an eye out for alfalfa weevils.  "Scouting is important to determine whether or not economic infestations are present and to determine if rescue treatments or an early harvest are warranted," said Mike Gray, University of Illinois Extension entomologist.

It's time to assess your alfalfa stands. View this video from Dan Undersander, a forage agronomist from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

 When you look at two neighboring alfalfa fields it is easy to think that all alfalfa varieties are created equal and that the differences are not very significant.

Winter can be hard on alfalfa.

There are likely few more important discoveries than our ability to hybridize crops. The significant scientific foundation that led to current hybrid seed crops and plant breeding used today was begun more than 100 years ago.

After several years of trying with a spectacular lack of success to grow alfalfa-grass on leased land that has very low phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) fertility, I’ve finally had to admit that it’s been a flop.

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