EC03-181 Alfalfa in Nebraska

Authors

Bruce Anderson, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Loren J. Giesler, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Thomas E. Hunt, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Shripat T. Kamble, Universitiy of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Stevan Z. Knezevic, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Charles A. Shapiro, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow

ORCID IDs

Charles A. Shapiro

Date of this Version

2003

Document Type

Article

Comments

© 2003, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

Alfalfa is the most important forage crop grown in Nebraska, with over 1,000 acres grown in every county. It has the highest feeding value for livestock and one of the highest yield potentials. Alfalfa can produce more protein per acre than any other crop and can provide all of the protein needed by many livestock as well as supplying large amounts of vitamins, minerals, and energy. Protein of alfalfa. In also covers the cultural practices, insect pests, diseases, weeds that affect alfalfa.