Forage Genetics International
P.O. Box 339
Nampa ID 83563-0339
Phone: (208) 466-3568
Toll Free: (800) 635-5701
For seed or dealer inquiries: (800) 406-7662
Fax: (208) 466-3684
info@foragegenetics.com
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Do you need help finding an alfalfa brand, finding access to an alfalfa trait technology, or have another question? Fill out the form & we'll get back to you. You can also call us to talk to one of our team members.
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