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took a greyish-white appearance similar to severe frost. The alfalfa weevil has been known in Virginia since 19)2. It was first discovered in Utah in 1904. and stayed in the dry western states for almost 50 years. However the insect has n o w spread to 71 of the 98 counties in Virginia and i' not treated, it can completely destroy a stand of al falta. Once the weevils infest a field, they usually cause damage year after year. To continue growing al falfa in an infected field, it must be treated with insecticides. Striplin advised farmers that are troubled with the weevil to contact their local county agent for instruc tion and advice on combating tlie insects. The agents will have in structional pamphlets and up-to-date information on when and how to save the hay crops.
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