Roundup Ready, Low Lignin
and Other New Traits in Alfalfa’s Future
by Dan Undersander¹
Abstract
The benefits of using new breeding techniques for alfalfa improvement are just being developed. These GMO alfalfa varieties will revolutionize the using and management of alfalfa. This paper presents information on the development of two GMO alfalfa traits (Roundup Ready and Low Lignin Alfalfa) that will provide new tools for many farmers. It will mention some other research/development b
Frost Injury to Alfalfa
by Dan Undersander and Paul Peterson
We are seeing some frost injury to alfalfa leaves. It appears as the misshapen leaf tips shown in the circles of the picture to the left. Frost can damage leaves in early stages of development and then damage becomes visible as the leaves mature. The frost injury is now becoming apparent. Usually only one or two sets of leaves are affected. Note that leaves on the stem above the misshapen leaves (which developed later) look no
