| Expected Moisture | Lbs of Seed/Acres | Acres Planted/50 lb Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Limited Irrigation or Favorable Dryland Direct Seeding |
15 –18 | 3.3 – 2.8 |
| With Companion Crop | 12 –15 | 4.2 – 3.3 |
| Full Irrigation | 18 – 20 | 2.8 – 2.5 |
| Dryland | 10 – 12 | 5.0 – 4.2 |
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Alfalfa stands should be re-evaluated each year to measure deterioration. The grower may wish to make new seedings when stands are less than the levels shown to the left. |