Comparative test of eight introduced alfalfa varieties

A field comparative test of 10 alfalfa varieties introduced from Europe and domestic was carried out in Jilin Forage Experimental Station of Academy of Agricultural Sciences of Jilin Provience. The characteristics including growth rate, natural height, tiller number, fresh yield were tested. The results showed that there were significant differences in characteristics of growth and development among 8 varieties. The foreign varieties, including Titan, Luozuoma, Roquois and Kane had better performances and their yields were high. Meanwhile, they showed early regreenning and faster growth. In which, the yields of Titan and Luozuoma were higher. The crude protein content of Titan in the squaring stage was the highest and the second was Kane. It could be concluded that these 4 varieties were suitable for extension in Jilin Province.