
How to Plant 
Sow 15 to 20 lbs. to the acre 
in March or April 
Well-drained loam or clay soil, 
with no hardpan underneath, will 
grow, Alfalfa when properly pre- 
pared. Lime should be applied to 
soil that is too acid. Two to five 
tons of ground limestone per acre 
is recommended; half of this 
quantity of burnt lime after plow- 
ing. A firm seedbed is essential for 
a good stand of Alfalfa, and the 
soil should, therefore, be prepared 
well ahead of planting time. Har- 
row the land frequently to destroy 
all weeds. 
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HETSEL SEED 60. 
HARRISONBURG, VA. 
Alfalfa needs fertilizer rich in 
phosphoric acid and potash. When 
seeding, apply 600 to 800 lbs. or 
more of 0-14-6 fertilizer per acre, 
increasing the amount of potash on 
sandy soil. Top-dress established 
plantings each spring with 300 to 
400 lbs. of 0-12-12 fertilizer per 
acre. Best results come from hay- 
ing the soil tested and adding the 
elements needed. 
WETSEL’S SUPER ALFALFA 
Our “‘Super” brand of Alfalfa is again available this year. Last 
year we stated that we had good reasons to believe that Alfalfa from 
some northwestern states was superior to Kansas and Oklahoma. We 
are now even more conscious that such a viewpoint is justified. The 
demand and good reports we are receiving from our customers on 
Wetsel’s Super Alfalfa gives us a feeling that we are rendering the 
farmers a real service in providing this Alfalfa. 
Wetsel’s Super Alfalfa must meet certain rigid specifications. It 
must,be of high quality in every respect—high in purity and ger- 
mination and low in weed content. Then, it must have been pro- 
duced in high altitude or a northwestern state. 

Wetsel’s Alfalfas, in nearly 
all strains and origins, are sup- 
plied in this attractive one- 
bushel bag, at no extra cost. 


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OKLAHOMA ALFALFA 

APPROVED 
We have for many years regarded Oklahoma seed as suitable for 
this area. It is our understanding that Blacksburg now approves 
it. It will be carried in stock as price differentials dictate. 
KANSAS ALFALFA 
U. S. VERIFIED 
Alfalfa seed grown in the state of Kansas—commonly referred to 
as Kansas Alfalfa, as though it were a specific strain or variety—has 
for many years been the most popular in this and many other states. 
Due in part to greatly increased use of Alfalfa in recent years, the 
demand for Kansas Seed has been very heavy. Present indications 
are that this large demand will continue over the coming year. 
Fortunately, the supply of seed appears to be adequate for at least 
spring seeding, and possibly for early fall planting. Despite the big 
demand, the price is now lower than it has been for some years. Also 
it is much lower than other legume grasses. Due to an indicated 
shortage of clovers, resulting in very high prices, we suspect that 
many farmers will turn to Alfalfa as a substitute. 

GRIMM ALFALFA 
The chief difference between Grimm Alfalfa and the so-called 
Common strain is reflected in the root system and habit of growth. 
The Common variety is characterized by a long, straight (and 
sometimes very large) root—often called a ‘‘tap’’ root. It has very 
few small, or feeder roots. In sharp contrast, Grimm roots are far 
more numerous, spread over a wider area, and are shorter. 
Grimm has its good points. It is not, however, regarded as superior 
to the Common strain on all soils or under all conditions. It is be- 
lieved that the young plants of Grimm hold to the ground better on 
soils that have a tendency to erupt during freezing and thawing winter 
months. Also, Grimm will often respond more quickly to rains (es- 
pecially light showers) after a dry spell. On the other hand, due to a 
shallow root system, it will suffer more and sooner from lack of rain. 
Present indications are that Grimm seed will be in short supply the 
coming year. 
ARGENTINE ALFALFA 
Now that domestic seed is in ample supply, the demand for Argen- 
tine-grown Alfalfa has declined from its war-time level. However, 
some farmers continue to use it because of the lower price. We es- 
pecially recommend it for mixtures, either for rotation hay or pasture 
elds. 


INOCULATE WITH NITRAGIN. Alfalfa seed treated with Nitragin 
grows more rapidly, matures in a shorter time, produces bigger crops, 
and enriches the soil for the benefit of the next crop. It costs only 
15 to 20 cents to inoculate enough seed for a whole acre, and the re- 
sults obtained are well worth while. See page 23 for complete informa- 
tion concerning Nitragin, including prices. 
All F.O.B. Harrisonburg Lb. Bus. 
Wetsel’s Super Alfalfa, Grimm ................$0 48 $28 35 
Wetsel’s Super Alfalfa, Common............... 27 00 
Kansas Alfalfa): Commonweal 23 75 
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Pak leds} 
14 40 
Utah Alfalfa.s Grimm ee ee 
Oklahoma Alfalfa, Common Approved........... 
Argentine Alfalfa... snc 6 aoe 
