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REPORTS - 2021 (Round 1) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Producer and Consumer Survey: Increasing Alfalfa Hay Sales to Horse Owners
- Ray Smith, University of Kentucky ($27,082) || Full Report

Development of an Open-Source Web-Based Tool for Alfalfa Yield and Quality Prediction
- Zhou Zhang, University of Wisconsin-Madison ($24,686) || Full Report

REPORTS - 2020 (Round 2) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Efficacy of Residual Herbicides for Weed Control and Reducing Weed Impacts on Alfalfa Yield and Quality
- Albert Adjesiwor, University of Idaho ($37,966) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Developing a Soil Bioassay for Alfalfa Autotoxicity
- Kim Cassida, Michigan State University ($92,662) || Full Report

Different Ratios of Alfalfa Hay to Corn Silage on Lactation Performance of Holstein Dairy Cattle
- Rick Grant, William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute || Full Report

REPORTS - 2020 (Round 1) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Evaluation of the Efficacy of Saflufencacil Tank-Mixes and Sequential Applications Applied in Early Fall for the Control of Plantain (Plantago spp.) and Field Bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis) in Alfalfa Fields
- Leslie Beck, New Mexico State University ($38,277) || Full Report

Inclusion of Alfalfa Hay in Diets for Non-Lactating Dairy Cows During the Prepartum Period
Journal of Dairy Science
- Gonzalo Ferreira, Virginia Tech ($91,721) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Development of New Alfalfa Products in Combination with Almond Hulls for Emerging Domestic and International Markets
- Dan Putnam, University of California-Davis ($48,358) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Closing the Alfalfa Yield Gap While Improving Soil Fertility and Health
- Nicole Tautges, Michael Fields Agricultural Institute ($98,002) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Alfalfa Bermudagrass Management Guide and Additional Educational Resources
- Jennifer Tucker, University of Georgia ($20,500) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

On-Farm Research to Support the Registration of New Insecticides for Alfalfa
- Kevin Wanner, Montana State University ($99,960) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

REPORTS - 2019 (Round 2) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Imaging Alfalfa to Predict Yield and Quality and Impacts of Water Deficits Using Innovative Overhead Irrigation Systems
- Dan Putnam, University of California-Davis ($78,922) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Comparison of Cropland Emissions, Carbon Sequestration, and Soil Health Outcomes in Alfalfa and Corn Production Fields in an Integrated Crop-Livestock Dairy System
- Heathcliffe Riday, U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center ($60,000) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Improving Alfalfa Fiber Digestion Through Extreme Mechanical Processing
- Kevin Shinners, University of Wisconsin ($78,068) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Re-Writing of "Alfalfa for Beef Cows"
- Ray Smith, University of Kentucky ($9,464) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Five Irrigation Approaches for Improving Alfalfa Yield and Quality
- Matt Yost, University of Utah ($97,994) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

REPORTS - 2019 (Round 1) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Maximizing Alfalfa's Yield Potential
- E. Charles Brummer, University of California-Davis ($49,796) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Forage Production of Alfalfa Established in Silage Corn vs. Conventional Production Systems
- John Grabber, U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center ($75,000) || Full Report

Developing Practical Phosphorus and Potassium Tissue Test Recommendations and Utilizing Struvite in Modern Alfalfa Systems III
- Steve Norberg, Washington State University ($50,000) || Full Report

Evaluating Approaches to High-Throughput Phenotyping and Genotyping for Genomic Selection in Alfalfa
- Kelly Robbins, Cornell University ($36,811) || Full Report

New Approaches to Improve Alfalfa Round Bale Storage
- Kevin Shinners, University of Wisconsin ($41,512) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Re-Writing of "Grazing Alfalfa"
- Ray Smith, University of Kentucky ($4,714) || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Improving Our Understanding of Aphanomyces Root Rot of Alfalfa
An Overview of Aphanomyces Root Rot Extension Publication
- Kiersten Wise, University of Kentucky ($24,928) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

REPORTS - 2018 (Round 2) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Potassium Fertilization & Its Impact on Yield, Quality, & Winter Hardiness of Alfalfa
- Marisol Berti, North Dakota State University ($37,270) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Evaluating Hand-Held NIRS Units for Measuring Forage Quality of Fresh-Chopped Alfalfa and Alfalfa Hay and Haylage
Computers and Electronics in Agriculture
- Jerry Cherney, Cornell University ($18,671) || Full Report

Side-by-Side Evaluation of Preservation Alternatives for Alfalfa Hays
Applied Animal Science Publication Summary
- Wayne Coblentz, USDA-ARS, U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center ($13,335) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Regional Characterization of Alfalfa and Manure Legacy Impacts on Soil Quality in Crop Rotations
- Joshua Gamble, USDA-ARS ($32,621)) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Impacts of Winter Grazing on Alfalfa Production
- Megan Van Emon, Montana State University ($17,221) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Sustainable Management of Waterhemp in Established Alfalfa for Dairy Systems
- Mark Renz, University of Wisconsin ($39,200) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Plant Population and Stem Counts to Predict Yield of Modern Alfalfa Varieties
- Craig Sheaffer, University of Minnesota ($22,342) || Full Report

Analysis of Root Carbohydrates in Alfalfa Treated with Four Harvest Intervals and Five Potassium Rates in the Southeast
- Jennifer Tucker, University of Georgia ($15,500) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

REPORTS - 2018 (Round 1) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Maximizing Alfalfa's Yield Potential
- Charles Brummer, University of California-Davis ($49,988) || Full Report

Spring Blackstem and Leaf Spot Resistance Screening in the USDA-ARS National Plant Germplasm System’s Medicago spp. Genetic Resources
- Brian Irish, USDA-ARS ($47,000) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Enzyme-Assisted Protein Isolation from Alfalfa Leaves
- Youngmi Kim, University of Wisconsin - River Falls ($24,183) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Developing Practical Phosphorus and Potassium Tissue Test Recommendations and Utilizing Struvite in Modern Alfalfa Systems II
- Steve Norberg, Washington State University ($50,000) || Full Report

Characterizing Benefits of Alfalfa in Rotation & Communicating Value of Environmental Services to the Public
- Dan Putnam, University of California-Davis ($45,833) || Full Report

Impact of Poultry Litter Application on Yield and Quality of Alfalfa Grown in Mississippi
- Brett Rushing, Mississippi State University ($18,880) || Full Report

Identifying Optimal Alfalfa Germplasm Types & Characteristics for Compatibility and Performance in Mixed Cropping Systems
- Brandon Schlautman, The Land Institute ($48,557) || Full Report

"Alfalfa, Wildlife, and the Environment" Publication Update
- Craig Sheaffer, University of Minnesota ($38,450) || Publication || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Integrated Pest Management of Weevils 2019
- Doug Walsh, Washington State University ($17,095)) || Full Report

REPORTS - 2017 (Round 2) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Evaluation of the Efficacy of Herbicide Tank-Mixes and Sequential Applications for the Control of Plantain (Plantago ssp.) in Alfalfa
- Leslie Beck, New Mexico State University ($8,580) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Developing a Soil Bioassay for Alfalfa Autotoxicity
- Kim Cassida, Michigan State University ($29,738) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Do FAE-Producing Microbial Inoculants Improve Fermentation and Improve Digestibility of Stored Alfalfa Forage?
- Dennis Hancock, University of Georgia ($13,173) || Full Report

Use of Alfalfa in Crop Rotations to Control Herbicide Resistant Pigweed
- John Jennings, University of Arkansas ($20,675) || Full Report

There's an App for That! Validating Real-Time Assessment of Alfalfa Nutritive Value
- Krishona Martinson, Craig Sheaffer, University of Minnesota ($34,818) || Full Report

REPORTS - 2017 (Round 1) U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative (USAFRI)

Maximizing Alfalfa's Yield Potential
- Charles Brummer, University of California-Davis ($49,988) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Developing High Yielding & High Quality Varieties & Cropping Systems for High Salinity Conditions
- Dan Putnam, University of California-Davis ($41,165) || Full Report

Evaluating Progress in Alfalfa Forage Quality Improvement
- Craig Sheaffer, University of Minnesota ($28,576) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Impact of Poultry Litter Application on Yield and Quality of Alfalfa Grown in Mississippi
- Brett Rushing, Mississippi State University ($39,000) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Evaluation of the Efficacy of Various Herbicides for Control of Broadleaf (Plantago major) and Buckhorn (Plantago lanceolata) Plantain in Alfalfa
- Leslie Beck, New Mexico State University ($10,000) || Full Report

Enhancing Alfalfa Yields and Stand Life by Improving Management of Seed Rot and Seedling Damping Off
- Deborah Samac, USDA-ARS ($36,000) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Developing Practical Phosphorus and Potassium Tissue Test Recommendations and Utilizing Struvite in Modern Alfalfa Systems
- Steve Norberg, Washington State University ($40,000) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary

Integrated Pest Management and Pollinator Protection on Alfalfa Produced for Seed
- Doug Walsh, Washington State University ($35,000) || Full Report

The Impact of Tedding on the Economic Production of Alfalfa Silage
- Matt Digman, University of Wisconsin-River Falls ($20,869) || Full Report || Hay & Forage Grower Summary