Criggster, thanks for the reply and info. Good stuff. I couldn't agree more on getting the pH right the first time. That's what I'm trying to accomplish now with the amount of lime I need to get to at least 6.8 or 7.0 even better. I guess I can assume, based on the soil test results, that if I put down 9 to 10 tons of lime on this 5 acres I will get to those desired pH levels. My dilemma now is what to do waiting for the pH to get right. I believe a fall planting is best for alfalfa for several reasons and I know there is no guarantee of success regardless of whether it is planted in spring or fall. This 5 acre field is ideal for an alfalfa plot in that it is a flat hillside, well drained and very secluded. It has produced nice yields of corn and beans the past 5 years. What would you do if this was yours ? Thanks again.