Alfalfa Hay
Characteristics:
- Appearance: Green to dark green, leafy, and often stemmy in texture.
- Nutrient Composition: High in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals essential for animal nutrition.
- Texture/Taste: Leafy with a slightly sweet aroma, palatable to most livestock.
Specifications:
- Protein Content: Typically ranges from 15% to 22%, providing a substantial protein source for animals.
- Fiber Content: Contains around 25% to 30% fiber, aiding in digestion and gut health for animals.
- Moisture Content: Generally kept low, around 12% to 15%, to prevent mold and spoilage.
- Cutting Length: Baled in various lengths suitable for animal consumption.
Usage:
- Livestock Feed: Used as a primary feed or a supplement for dairy cattle, horses, goats, sheep, and other livestock.
- Balanced Diets: Incorporated into feed rations to increase protein and fiber content.
- Foraging Material: Provides a nutritious and palatable forage source for grazing animals.
Alfalfa hay is a nutrient-rich forage widely used as feed for livestock due to its high protein and fiber content. Here’s an overview of our alfalfa hay intended for wholesale, covering its description and specifications:
Alfalfa Hay for Wholesale:
Description: Alfalfa hay is a dried forage made from the legume plant, Medicago sativa (alfalfa). It’s harvested at a specific stage of growth, dried, and baled for use as livestock feed.
Characteristics:
- Appearance: Green to dark green, leafy, and often stemmy in texture.
- Nutrient Composition: High in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals essential for animal nutrition.
- Texture/Taste: Leafy with a slightly sweet aroma, palatable to most livestock.
Specifications:
- Protein Content: Typically ranges from 15% to 22%, providing a substantial protein source for animals.
- Fiber Content: Contains around 25% to 30% fiber, aiding in digestion and gut health for animals.
- Moisture Content: Generally kept low, around 12% to 15%, to prevent mold and spoilage.
- Cutting Length: Baled in various lengths suitable for animal consumption.
Usage:
- Livestock Feed: Used as a primary feed or a supplement for dairy cattle, horses, goats, sheep, and other livestock.
- Balanced Diets: Incorporated into feed rations to increase protein and fiber content.
- Foraging Material: Provides a nutritious and palatable forage source for grazing animals.
Storage and Handling:
- Packaging: Baled into compact bundles or stacks, typically available in bulk quantities for wholesale distribution.
- Storage Conditions: Kept in dry, well-ventilated storage areas to maintain quality and prevent moisture absorption.
Conclusion: Alfalfa hay, highly valued for its nutritional profile and digestibility, serves as a staple feed for various livestock. Its availability in bulk quantities and rich nutrient content make it a sought-after commodity in the wholesale market for animal nutrition.
