Item #2002

Premium Eastern Alfalfa

Type

Use

  • Bale sizes

Description

Alfalfa is a perennial grass that grows naturally on the plains of North America. Alfalfa hay is a very nutrient dense forage, with over 12% protein and lots of other nutrients like calcium, phosphorus and iron. It’s also easy to digest due to its high fiber content. a healthy alternative to other feeds. Since alfalfa is naturally high in protein and fiber, it makes an excellent source of energy for your animals. It’s also rich in vitamins A, C, and K. Because alfalfa hay is so nutritious, you only need to feed your horse ¼ of the amount of grain compared to feeding them straight grain. This means that alfalfa hay can save you money! Alfalfa has been used by farmers for many years as an excellent feed source for horses and cattle. Alfalfa is known to be highly palatable and nutritious, leading to higher intakes when compared.


Second Cut Alfalfa Hay 2 String Bales

Second Cut Alfalfa Hay 2 String Bales is a standard feed for mares and foals on breeding farms. The hay is not as high in protein as the Western Alfalfa and is good where a mid protein feed is wanted. It's a nice texture of Alfalfa with at times some soft grass mixed in. Bales weigh around 65lb and flake apart nicely. This hay is produced in the the fingerlakes region of NY, Ontario and Ohio.


Fair Quality Alfalfa Large Square

Fair Quality Alfalfa tests in the range of 130 to 150 / 16 to 18 protein. It is great winter feed for cows or to be incorporated into dry cow or heifer rations. Most batches have good leaf retention and color although some may have striping or minimal rain damage. Sold in large square bales ranging in weight from 900 to 2000lb.