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Alfalfa Seed For Hay & Pastures

Alfalfa seed produces a cool season, perennial legume that is high in minerals, vitamins and protein it is one of the most nutritious crops that can be utilized in any forage situation including hay production, pastures and wildlife food plots. Planted all over the world, Alfalfa originated near Iran and has been found in one form or the other on nearly all the continents. Alfalfa represents one of the oldest forage crops. Depending upon the cultivar Alfalfa withstands a wide variety of climates and is highly drought resistant through dormancy for as much as two years.

Plantings of Alfalfa seed alone have sustained the honey industry, because of the high nectar quality. Thus the importance of Alfalfa as a pollinator crop and for the conservation of the honey bee and other pollinating insects.

A legume, Alfalfa is used alone, as a pasture crop for livestock and horses, planted with other grasses to raise the fertility of the soil, used in rotational grazing practices, planted in erosion control areas and wildlife food plots. In silage it is combined with grains and/or molasses. Alfalfa is a highly preferable feed for all grazing animals including livestock, horses and wildlife. In combination with grasses it reduces the problem of bloating which can result in death.

Alfalfa Seed

Code	Name	Image	Price
ALFA-505-05	Bulldog 505 Alfalfa Seed - 5 LB. For Cool Climates - Coated & Pre-Inocula		$69.00
ALFA-803T-05	Alfalfa Seed - AmeriStand 803T - 5 LBS. - Alfalfa Seed - Warmer Climates - Pre-Inoculate		$59.50
ALFA-805-05	Alfalfa Seed Bulldog 805 - Alfalfa Seed - 5 LBS. For Warmer Climates (Southern States)		$69.50
ALFA-803T-50	Alfalfa Seed - AmeriStand 803T - 50 LBS.- Alfalfa Seed - Warmer Climates - Pre-Inoculated		$384.00
ALFA-403T-50	Ameristand 403T Alfalfa Seed - 50 LBS. - Alfalfa Seed - Cool climates - Coated & Pre-Inoculated		$345.00
ALFA-505-50	Alfalfa Seed Bulldog 505 - 50 LB. Cool Climates - Coated & Pre-Inoculated		$295.00
ALFA-805-50	Alfalfa Seed Bulldog 805 - Alfalfa Seed - 50 LB. For Warmer Climates (Southern		$295.00
INOC-ALFALFA	Inoculant for Alfalfa / Clover - (Used on Alfalfa & Clovers - Red, White, Crimsom (Treats 50 lbs.)		$14.95

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Alfalfa Seed Planting & Facts

Alfalfa seed use in the USA has been primarily for hay production and wildlife food plots until the introduction of new varieties that tolerate grazing traffic in pastures. The excellence of alfalfa as a forage crop has long been recognized in other parts of the world such as Argentina. It is a good yielder, drought tolerant, and provides superb quality forage over a long period of time on which all types of forage-consuming animals perform extremely well. Because of these and other desirable traits, alfalfa is often referred to as "the queen of forage crops." Alfalfa is a perennial plant that grows upright with many leafy stems arising from large crowns at the soil surface. It grows 24 to 36 inches tall and can last up to six years if properly managed.

In addition to the development of traffic tolerant Alfalfa, farmers and wildlife managers are finding that Alfalfa will save them money. Another benefit is, Alfalfa a great is a nitrogen fixer for soil. This saves money on expensive chemical fertilizers, is great for the environment and the animals that consume or graze Alfalfa. Alfalfa is a win win pasture and food plot crop as it is also very nutritious saving money on expensive livestock feed. When planted in pastures with grass Alfalfa will provide important nutrients while adding nitrogen to the soil.

Alfalfa For Wildlife Food Plots

Alfalfa is a cool season perennial legume that is a favorite summer long forage for deer and turkeys. Alfalfa is high in protein and produces tons of high quality forage for wildlife. These plantings also attract beneficial insects for upland game birds and turkeys. Alfalfa is also an excellent companion crop for clover.

Varieties Of Alfalfa Seed

There are over 200 different Alfalfa seed varieties.

Adaptation Of Alfalfa

Moderate to well drained soils and of good fertility. Plant when the climate is cool. There are varieties that are adapted to the Southeast US. Alfalfa is planted all over the world.

Uses For Alfalfa

Alfalfa seed is planted to be used as forage, hay, silage, green chop, in erosion control, honey production, adding to soil fertility, rotational grazing, pelletized, and in some forms of human consumption.

Planting Alfalfa Seed & Maintaining Crops

Preparation: Soil testing and fully prepared seedbed with amendments if necessary.

Seeding: The amount of seed required depend upon the soil density and climatic conditions and intended method of seeding. Please see the products above for variety planting rates. Rates are generally 15-25 lbs per acre.

Watering: Irrigation is a must in some areas if seasonal rains are not sufficient. Not as critical in the Southeast where rainfall amounts are higher.

Establishment: Early spring, late summer or fall depending upon the location, on a weed free and well prepared seedbed the and with adequate water the establishment time is generally about 60 days for the first harvest. Plant Alfalfa after or before the danger of frost.

Weeding: This should be done before seeding and following the method as suggested by your county agent.

Fertilization: Alfalfa is a legume and dependent upon the usage and since it is grown in so many different areas; soil tests are the only reliable method of determining what levels of nutrients are needed. Alfalfa is a soil re-builder in that it replenishes nitrogen into the soil naturally.

Popular Alfalfa Seed Varieties: Bulldog Brand Georgia 505 Alfalfa Seed, Ameristand 802 Brand Alfalfa Seed, Ameristand 403T Brand Alfalfa Seed. Different Fall Dormancy Ratings of Alfalfa determine the best variety for planting locations in USA.