Weed Control Means Improved Alfalfa Yield And Higher-Quality Hay
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Boosting Alfalfa Yields with Advanced Weed Control
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New advancements in weed control technology promise to enhance alfalfa yields and improve hay quality for farmers.
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Farmers now have access to cutting-edge technology that can effectively control weeds and boost alfalfa yields. This innovative solution offers unmatched weed control and crop safety, making it easier to produce higher-quality alfalfa.
Developed through a collaboration between Monsanto and Forage Genetics, Inc., Roundup Ready Alfalfa leverages Roundup agricultural herbicides to promote efficient management practices. The advantages for both growers and dairy operators include:
- Reduced Weeds: Trials show Roundup Ready Alfalfa consistently delivers higher-quality hay compared to other herbicide systems.
- Enhanced Feed Quality: By eliminating toxic and low-quality weeds, this system improves the quality of feed products.
- Improved Crop Safety: The built-in tolerance reduces the risk of crop damage when using Roundup herbicides.
- Reliable Brands: This environmentally responsible weed-control method relies on an herbicide with a 30-year history of safe use.
Chris Peterson, Monsanto's marketing manager, emphasizes the importance of stand establishment in alfalfa production. "Early Roundup applications ensure excellent weed control, maximizing stand establishment and enabling higher forage quality," he explains.
The system also provides growers with a more flexible application window compared to conventional methods, allowing for adaptability in weed management.
Mark McCaslin, president of Forage Genetics, Inc., highlights the benefits of Roundup Ready Alfalfa. "This system offers improved weed control and increased flexibility in herbicide timing, enhancing crop safety over alternative strategies," he notes.
The United States regulatory agencies have fully approved alfalfa with the Roundup Ready trait for commercial use, including food and livestock feed. Import approvals have been granted in Japan, Mexico, and Canada, although approval is still pending in Korea. Exporters should therefore avoid shipping these products to Korea. Test kits for hay, leaf, and seed are available from Strategic Diagnostics, Inc. and Enviro Logix.
Monsanto Company, a leader in agricultural technology solutions, aims to improve farm productivity and food quality. For more details, visit their website. Forage Genetics, Inc. specializes in developing proprietary alfalfa germplasm and traits.
Please note that Roundup Ready Alfalfa is authorized for sale and distribution by designated seed companies within the United States only. It cannot be planted outside the U.S. or used for sprouts or seed production. Products made from this alfalfa, including hay, must only be used or exported to countries with granted regulatory approvals. Violations of this policy contravene national and international laws.
Not all Roundup herbicides are approved for use over Roundup Ready Alfalfa. Consult your Monsanto representative for specific registration statuses in your state.
Always adhere to pesticide label directions. Roundup Ready crops contain genes for glyphosate tolerance. Roundup herbicides will kill crops without this tolerance. Roundup and Roundup Ready are trademarks of Monsanto Technology LLC. © 2006 Monsanto Company.
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