The hay production was particularly impressive considering the Vos family experienced an entire season of less-than-cooperative weather conditions: a wet and cold spring followed by a cool, dry summer season and an early October frost.
In addition, the Vos operation noted higher milk production - with over 28% of the herd averaging milk production of over 100 lbs/day. This represents a significant increase from recent regional data showing the average RFV as 145-160. The second cutting feed analysis of the Bio-Forge-treated alfalfa showed an Relative Feed Value ( RFV) rating of 189 with a 21.26% crude protein level. In addition, the quality of the feed improved significantly. The increased tonnage allowed them to manage their feed needs efficiently - eliminating the previous year's $11,000 expense of buying alfalfa from an outside source. With just four cuttings they calculated 6.7 tons of dry matter/acre. The result of their use of the Stoller Alfalfa Program was exceptionally healthy hay with increased tonnage and feed value. Second generation dairy farmers Ray and Ron Vos, like all dairy farmers, are working to manage their operation by looking for efficiencies and improved ROI. Bio-Forge® is the key to Stoller's Alfalfa Program, applied approximately seven days after each hay cutting to boost root growth and plant vigor. began adding Stoller products to the foliar insecticide spray application used on their alfalfa. Stork shared results from a dairy farm that followed Stoller's alfalfa program. StollerUSA field representative, Don Stork also shared what Stoller's Alfalfa Program involves and the benefits it delivers. Ron Salzman, explained the Stoller technology while reviewing university research results and showing images from field trials. Hosted by Partners in Production, LLC the Alfalfa Management Seminar drew attendance from dairy producers in northeastern Wisconsin. on February 25 to offer solutions and gear up for 2010. Kimberly, WI (PRWEB) Ma- As farmers in the Midwest prepare for spring field work, a seminar for alfalfa production was held in Kimberly, Wis. Attendees there learned how a Wisconsin dairy farm maximized the feed value of alfalfa without adding significantly to their input costs. highlighted solutions for efficient alfalfa production.
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