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Alfalfa and Linseed Oil in Diet for Fattening Rabbits: Performance, Meat Quality, and Nutritional Characteristics

open access: yesAnimals
The research aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of adding linseed oil to an alfalfa-based diet for fattening rabbits. At 30 days, 360 hybrid rabbits were divided into three homogeneous groups and fed: Control feed composed of 15% wheat, 17% alfalfa hay,
Alessandro Dal Bosco   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Kentucky Alfalfa Awards History [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
The Kentucky Alfalfa Awards Program was initiated in 2000 at the 20th Anniversary of the Kentucky Alfalfa Conference. The Awards Program is funded annually from revenues generated each year for the Silent Auction during the Annual ...
Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forages Conference
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Alfalfa Variety Ratings 2020

open access: yes, 2020
This National Alfalfa & Forage Alliance publication is intended for use by Extension and agri-business personnel to satisfy a need for information on characteristics of certified-eligible alfalfa ...
National Alfalfa & Forage Alliance
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Effects of Wheat/Alfalfa Intercropping Systems on Soil Moisture and Water Utilization Efficiency

open access: yesShuitu baochi yanjiu, 2020
A study on changes in soil moisture and water use efficiency of wheat monoculture, alfalfa monoculture and wheat/alfalfa intercropping system in different growing stages was conducted in mid-southern Shanxi Province in 2017.
LI Enhui   +4 more
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Endogenous resistance to insect pests in alfalfa: engineering for enhanced resistance [PDF]

open access: yes, 1997
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a valuable forage crop grown throughout the World. While the crop is resistant to attack by many insect pests, it is subject to potentially severe losses through the action of several specific pests, which are adapted to ...
Mazahery-Laghab, Hojjatollah   +1 more
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Research on mixed silage of corn stalk and alfalfa

open access: yesSiliao yanjiu, 2022
In order to solve the problems that alfalfa silage was not easy to succeed and the low nutritional value in direct utilization of corn stalks, the effects of corn stalk and alfalfa mixed silage on fermentation quality were studied.
Long-xing LI   +7 more
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Drought Stress Mediated Changes in Food Crops: Mechanisms and Remediation Strategies

open access: yesAdvanced Science, EarlyView.
This work presents a multi‐scale framework for flavonoid‐mediated drought tolerance in staple food crops, integrating ROS redox regulation, antioxidant defense, rhizosphere microbial interactions, and sustainable agronomic practices. This interdisciplinary model provides core insights to develop climate‐resilient cropping systems and enhance global ...
Xiaoyi Duan   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Comparison of production performance and feeding value of 11 alfalfa varieties in Xing'an League under dry farming

open access: yesSiliao yanjiu, 2021
In order to select excellent alfalfa varieties for introduction and cultivation under dry farming conditions in Xing'an League, 11 alfalfa (Medicago sativa) varieties were planted in Huhe Racecourse, Ulanhot City, Xing'an League.
Ya NA   +6 more
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Low Participation and Risk Reduction Potential of Supplemental Crop Insurance in the United States

open access: yesApplied Economic Perspectives and Policy, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Federally subsidized crop insurance is a cornerstone of U.S. farm risk management, yet policies with the greatest share of participation only trigger indemnities after losses exceed 15%. Supplemental insurance was introduced to cover part of this deductible, but participation remains largely unchanged.
Francis Tsiboe   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Cow or the Credit: Causal Relationship Between California Dairy Herd Consolidation and Anaerobic Digesters

open access: yesApplied Economic Perspectives and Policy, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The California dairy industry has experienced considerable consolidation over the past 30 years. During this period, there has also been substantial technological innovation, implementation of the state's Low Carbon Fuel Standard program, and rapid adoption of anaerobic digesters.
Michael McCullough, Jarrett Hart
wiley   +1 more source

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