Alfalfa Webinars Presented by Alforex Seeds
At Alforex Seeds we believe that knowledge is the best tool for growing successful alfalfa and forage. We have devoted time, experiences and resources to bring the best alfalfa to market. Now we have a knowledge base of webinars to help support your quest for high quality, high tonnage alfalfa and forage. Below you will find links to past webinars that cover a wide range of topics to help your stands perform. New webinars will be added each season.
Didn’t find the answer you were looking for? Check out our Management Training page containing videos covering a wide range of topics. Or contact us with your questions. Our goal is to help you find answers for your operation.
Alfalfa U
Alfalfa webinar sessions from Alfalfa U 2021 are available at the links below. Hosted by High Plains Journal, and sponsored by Alforex Seeds and John Deere.
| Alfalfa U 2021 | |||
| Topic | Presenter | View Video | |
| Session 1 | |||
| Addressing soil potassium deficiencies Part 1 | Marisol Berti | North Dakota State University | Session Link |
| Potassium in alfalfa Part 2 | Anowar Islam | Professor, University of Wyoming | |
| Strategies for growing alfalfa with less water | Joe Brummer | Associate Professor, Colorado State, University, Extension Forage Specialist | |
| Alfalfa hay and feed grains market outlook for 2021 | Stephen Koontz | Colorado State University, Agricultural Economist | |
| Session 2 | |||
| Controlling fall army cutworms and alfalfa weevils in your fields | Jeff Whitworth | Kansas State University, Associate Professor of Entomology | Session Link |
| Protein in alfalfa-capturing the value for dairies | Dan Undersander | Forage Agronomist Emeritus, University of Wisconsin | |
| Effects of pre-cutting round hay bales during baling on forage quality and processing time | Mike Brouk | Kansas State University | |
| Why alfalfa may be a solution for marginalized soils | Casey France | Agronomy and Account Support, Ward Laboratories, Inc. | |
| Session 3 | |||
| Using hay quality samples to fine tune fertility recommendations | Steve Norberg | Washington State University Extension | Session Link |
| Economic returns to steam technology | Ryan Larsen | Associate Professor, Utah State University | |
| Controlling leaf loss during harvesting | Dan Undersander | Forage Agronomist Emeritus, University of Wisconsin | |
| How far can the genetics of alfalfa improve quality | Steve Norberg | Washington State University Extension | |
| Session 4 - Tailgate Talk | |||
| Farmer Panel | Alfalfa farmers from across the High Plains and western U.S. | Session Link |
Alfalfa Livestream
Alfalfa Livestream episodes available below.
| Alfalfa Livestream 2021-2022 | ||
| Topic | Duration | View Video |
| Not Your Grandfather's Alfalfa | 1 Hour 17 Minutes | View Video |
| The Rodney Dangerfield of Field Crops – Why Alfalfa Deserves More Respect | 1 Hour 7 Minutes | View Video |
| Adapting Alfalfa Production to Climate Change | 1 Hour 6 Minutes | View Video |
| Alfalfa Livestream 2020-2021 | ||
| Topic | Duration | View Video |
| How to Pick 'Em - Variety Selection | 1 Hour 5 Minutes | View Video |
| Forage Quality Parameters for Alfalfa | 1 Hour 6 Minutes | View Video |
| How to Maximize Alfalfa Yield | 1 Hour 6 Minutes | View Video |
| Best Management Practices for Stand Establishment | 1 Hour 5 Minutes | View Video |
More management and training videos can be found on our YouTube Channel as well as Ask the Alfalfa Expert tips.