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When milk prices are low, dairy producers begin to look for ways to reduce the direct input expenses of growing alfalfa. One option that growers have is to purchase lower cost alfalfa seed. Alfalfa seed of modern varieties can cost over $4.00 per pound, while older varieties can be purchased for $2.00 per pound or less.
Alfalfa Upper Midwest average price in 2012 per ton; USDA 2011 for Corn and Soybean; USDA NASS Quick Stats - 2012 US average Alfalfa Tons per acre; USDA 2012 harvest forecast in bushels per acre; US Midwest States Extension Services; Alfalfa seeding costs are averaged over 4 years, includes tech fee for GenuityÂ® Roundup ReadyÂ® varieties.