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How are alfalfa insect issues are affecting you?

Dec 17, 2025
Dec 17, 2025

Alfalfa windrows — Reduced alfalfa regrowth due to prior feeding under windrows near Morris, Minn.
Submitted photo by Anthony Hanson

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In recent years, Minnesota alfalfa growers have been reporting issues with alfalfa insects to university extension staff.

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