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properly,” Mr. White said. “Don’t try to graze it 6-8 weeks straight, but let it rest for the next cycle."

Management of alfalfa plants as well as their cumbersome enemies is important.

The varied weeds present in northern Virginia fields quickly can weaken an alfalfa stand, said Extension weed scientist E. Scott Hagood.

Herbicides such as Princep, Sin bar and the highly controversial Paraquat or any combination of them can be used during alfalfa’s dormant stage. Farmers should be aware of these injections that will “only supplement good weed management action.”

When choosing herbicides or alfalfa varieties, farmers should consider the availability, cost and performance of the two before making their selection.

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