4_1_rec_arable_fodder_crops

Ley should be considered as a beneficial crop in the rotation.

Spring crops should follow the overwintering ley.

11_2_strict_arable_alfalfa

Not applicable.

9_3_rec_arable_alfalfa

Pests

Ploughing after breaking alfalfa crop to reduce rodent populations, where risk is high.

Insecticides are restricted to control Sitona species, control all pests only under high pressure.

Weeds

Alfalfa biomass should be exported from the field.

In case of Cuscuta presence an interval of min 3 year without alfalfa and sugarbeet should be respected.

Early clean cut to restrict weeds.

Single plants and patch chemical control for problematic perennials (e.g. Rumex species, Cirsium arvense) and all toxic species.

9_3_strict_arable_alfalfa

Wherever a control measure is deemed necessary, a biological or biotechnical control method must be used if available and effective.

Diseases

Fungicides are not permitted.

Weeds

Mechanical control prior to sowing.

9_1_strict_arable_alfalfa

The prevention and/or suppression of key pests and diseases must be supported among other options especially by:

  • See points 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8

7_4_rec_arable_alfalfa

pH should be >7.0, apply Ca (lime) if necessary.

7_3_rec_arable_alfalfa

Avoid the use of manure during cultivation.

7_1_strict_arable_alfalfa

No nitrogen applied during cultivation. Manure only before planting.

6_3_rec_arable_alfalfa

Clean cut in the first autumn.

6_3_strict_arable_alfalfa

Alfalfa breaking must be done in periods with minimum leaching risks or immediately followed by crop high N demanding.

5_1_rec_arable_alfalfa

Seedbed should be excellent (fine on-top and re-compacted in the bottom).

4_2_rec_arable_alfalfa

Duration of use should last between 18 months to four years (maximum).

4_2_strict_arable_alfalfa

Each year of alfalfa counts as one crop in the rotation.

Alfalfa must not be followed by a leguminosae crop. The following crop should have high N requirements.

4_1_rec_arable_alfalfa

Alfalfa should be considered as a beneficial crop in the rotation.

11_2_strict_arable_sunflowers

Not applicable.

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