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Medicago sativa

Rugged II

Rugged II

Rugged II Hi-Salt Alfalfa Seed is specifically designed for the northern Great Plains and higher elevations of the Intermountain West, making it an excellent choice for irrigated or dryland crop systems. This variety features an improved disease resistance package, providing enhanced performance in challenging soil conditions. It is bred for superior yield, excelling in both standard and tough environments with tolerance to grazing, salinity, and traffic/compaction. With medium-late harvest maturity, Rugged II is ideal for 2-4 cut systems for hay or grazing. Its exceptional winter hardiness allows for longer rotations, while its medium-short plant height and dense, full canopy of medium green leaves ensure optimal growth and forage quality.

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Alforex Seeds by DLF

Alforex Seeds by DLF™ offers a leading alfalfa lineup for North America, featuring elite genetics and technologies. Known for high yield and nutritional value, it supports greater productivity with advanced breeding and rigorous quality testing.
Hi-Salt®

Hi-Salt® alfalfa varieties were developed for high saline areas in North America, as higher salt concentrations in the soil can lead to seedling loss. Through focused breeding, these varieties are able to mitigate the effects by reducing salinity by 2.0 to 3.0 EC (electrical conductivity) points. This cutting-edge technology allows growers to plant alfalfa in areas previously considered unsuitable.

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Key features

  • Adapted to Northern Great Plains & Intermountain West
  • Fits irrigated & dryland systems
  • Improved disease package
  • Tolerant to grazing, salinity, & traffic
  • Exceptional winter hardiness

Segment Forage
Category Legume
Species Alfalfa
Sci. Name Medicago sativa
Anthracnose (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 1) Highly Resistant
Aphanomyces Root Rot (Race 2) Resistant
Bacterial Wilt Highly Resistant
Blue Alfalfa Aphid Highly Resistant
Cowpea Aphid Resistant
Cutting System 2-4
Fall Dormancy 3
Fusarium Wilt Highly Resistant
Leaf Color Medium Green
Pea Aphid Resistant
Phytopthora Root Rot Highly Resistant
Spotted Alfalfa Aphid Resistant
Stem Nematode Resistant
Verticillium Wilt Highly Resistant
Winter Survival Rating 1.5
Approx. Seeds/Lb. 227000
Seeding Depth (Inches) 1/4-1/2
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre) 18-25
Planting Times Spring, Fall
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre) 15-20
Livestock Bee/Pollinator , Cattle , Deer , Goats , Hogs , Horses , Poultry , Sheep
Usage Hay , Silage , Pasture , Wildlife , Cover Crop , Pollinator Friendly