‘“RANGER’’ (Certified) 
A multiple-strain development from se- 
lections of Cossack, Turkestan and Ladak 
varieties. Started in Nebraska. About equal 
to “Grimm” in winter hardiness and in 
ability to recover after cutting. Continues 
to yield heavy hay crops several years 
longer than its competitors. The extra 
yielding ability is due to its winter-hardi- 
ness and resistance to bacterial wilt. Pre- 
ferred on New York State and other North- 
ern farms. Gaining use in many upland 
areas of Pennsylvania. 
‘‘WVERNAL”’ (Certified) 
One of the new developments in alfalfa 
breeding. Produced in the far west. Has 
shown much promise, for use in the areas 
to the north. It might be said—for use 
where Ranger has been the recommended 
variety. Supply of “Vernal” is very limited 
—its cost higher. Its cropping habits, re- 
sistance to disease, and production—have 
shown favorably. More time will be needed 
to further prove its merits. 
‘‘NORTHWEST”’ 
Brand ALFALFA | 
Seed from states of the Rocky Moun- 
tain area or similar cold sections—from 
robust, sturdy parent plants . . . rugged 
enough to endure the tough winters, short 
seasons, and other adverse conditions of 
those areas. A U. S. Verified-Origin tag 
shows the state in which seed was grown. 
From strains known to be dependable 
heavy yielders of quality hay. Clean, 
thrifty stands, 4, 5 years and older, have 
not been unusual. Vigorous root systems, 
to resist cold winters, and to send up pro- 
lific top growth. 
‘“‘GRIMM” Type ALFALFA 
From relatively the same areas that 
provide Hoffman “Northwest” seed. Con- 
sistent producer. “Grimm” is tough; able 
to withstand wide weather extremes, 
especially in the North and at high alti- 
tudes. Crowns seem to set low, and roots 
often branch out. 
New “DU PUITS’”’ Alfalfa 
(Pronounced Doo Pwee) 
A high-yielding strain. Stems carry ifs many 
extra-large leaves all the way down. Originally 
bred in France. Carries extreme vigor, that you 
can really see! Recovers quick after cut. Pops 
right back up, maintaining its lead to next cut- 
ting. Carries outstanding resistance to leafspot. 
DuPuits in check-yields 1950-1951 outyielded 
all other commercial alfalfas in 8 states (includ- 
ing Conn., Penna., N. Y., Va.) Its limit of win- 
ter-hardiness is as yet unknown. But Wisconsin 
plantings have wintered thru 4 straight years. 
Suggested for about same areas as Buffalo 
(seems better suited to lower New England than 
Buffalo). Has no particular resistance to wilt. 
So where wilt is a factor, use only in short 
rotations. The extreme leafiness, vigor, leafspot 
resistance, yield—check very good. Hardiness 
acceptable. Worthy of trial. 
Another case where 
‘cheaper’ seed was 
no ‘bargain’ 
On his order for seed last fall, Mr. Joseph 
J. Krasnic (Beaver County, Pa.) wrote the 
following note: “I was buying my farm 
seeds elsewhere for awhile. They seemed 
cheaper, and they were. I think I will stick 
to Hoffman seeds.” 
The Hoffman platform always has been that 
true-value is more important to Business- 
Farmers than is price. Good crops are re- 
membered long after seed prices are for- 
gotten. Every year many folks decide, just 
as Mr. Krasnic did, that their best values in 
seed are those they buy from Hoffman. Be- 
cause Hoffman Seeds help them grow bet- 
ter-paying crops! 
