Alfalfa: Beneficial to Both Humans and Livestock Alike

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Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a crop that is also known as the “Queen of the Forages.” It is primarily grown in northwestern states such as Idaho, Oregon, Wyoming, Washington and some parts of Nevada and California.1 Historically, the alfalfa plant was discovered by Arabian horsemen who noticed that their horses gained a boost in energy and performance once it was eaten. People who ate alfalfa also received similar benefits, which helped spread its reputation around the world.

What does alfalfa look like? Fully grown, it produces flowers that have one-sided clusters, with each …read more

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