New Spring Forage Products for 2026 – What Dairy & Beef Producers Need to Know

At this year’s Small Grains & Forages Virtual Conference, our team at Albert Lea Seed didn’t just talk about what’s new for 2026—we talked about what’s proven to work in real-world fields.

Our focus is simple and grounded in what actually drives farm profitability:

More digestible tons. More milk or gain per acre. Better stand persistence.

That means:

• Not just higher yields, but higher-quality yields—fiber and starch your cows can actually use.
• Hybrids and varieties selected for milk per acre, not just tons per acre.
• Alfalfa and grasses built to handle stress, disease, traffic, and wet spots—so you’re not reseeding sooner than you should.
• Products tested across multiple locations and conditions, not just one good year in one good plot.

In short, we’re focused on feed that performs in the bunk, in the tank, and over the life of the stand.

Key Takeaways for Dairy & Beef Producers

• Fiber digestibility drives milk. Small lab differences can mean real dollars.
• SilageMaster Flex BMR adds flexibility (Untreated / Cruiser Treated)—graze, chop early, or take it to silage.
• Plant health matters. Disease resistance (tar spot, rust, Aphanomyces) protects yield and quality.
• Match maturity to your system. Fall dormancy, harvest window, and population all influence ROI.
• Warm-season annuals are valuable insurance. But manage prussic acid and planting dates carefully.
• Persistence equals profitability. Branch roots and creeping roots can extend stand life in tough fields.

Watch the full video above or call our forage experts to talk through the best forage options for your farm: 800-352-5247