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See our Alfalfa Research and Development in Action.
As the only alfalfa-trait provider in the industry, Forage Genetics International (FGI) is leading the charge in bringing industry-changing technology advancements that support alfalfa producers and the alfalfa industry. Watch as a few of our top research team members at our West Salem, WI research facility showcase our research process.
Breaking down the UltraCut® Alfalfa Disease Package
UltraCut is a patented, proprietary alfalfa disease package that helps protect against the most common and damaging crown, stem and root diseases – enabling strong stand establishment and increased yield potential. Dave Witte, Product Manager at FGI breaks down how this new technology can help protect your alfalfa stand.
What does Elite Alfalfa Genetics Combined with the UltraCut® Alfalfa Disease Package Look Like?
Varieties with the UltraCut alfalfa disease package are built to deliver protection during stand establishment as well as in-season stress conditions too. In this demo, Dave Witte, Product Manager at FGI, will show you a second production year of UltraCut alfalfa disease package against a competitive variety in the same dormancy.
Why is Alfalfa Persistence Important?
For over three decades, FGI has provided some of the industry’s leading persistence genetics in alfalfa. The backbone of our genetic improvement lies in a continued focus on stress tolerance over multiple growing seasons. Watch Dave Witte, Product Manager at FGI, as he takes you through our research testing process, as there are no shortcuts to persistence.
Did you Know There’s A Trait for That? Alfalfa Cutting Management.
HarvXtra alfalfa can provide cutting window flexibility, making working around the weather easier. Dave Witte, Product Manager at FGI, talks about the HarvXtra alfalfa trait and showcases data from a 28 vs 35 day cutting management trial.
Pedigreed Alfalfa Breeding System
Hear from Charlie Rodgers, Ph.D. and Senior Alfalfa Breeder at FGI, about our process to develop breeder’s seed - tested for yield in multi-state location trials in order to advance only the best commercial varieties.
Midwest Pathology
Aphanomyces and Anthracnose – two Midwest prevalent pathogens that attack alfalfa plants, severely reducing yield potential or eliminating stands altogether are the at the core of what Erin Tullius, Plant Pathologist at FGI, is conducting research on to breed resistance into varieties we work to commercialize. Watch to learn more.
See the Benefits of Roundup Ready® Alfalfa
Stand establishment is critical for alfalfa’s multi-season success. Watch Dave Witte, Product Manager at FGI, talk about management practices as well as the benefits Roundup Ready Alfalfa can bring to your operation.
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