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ALFALFA ORGANIC BALE
By Elston Hay & Grain
ALFALFA ORGANIC BALE
Elston Hay & GrainPrice:
$29.95
SKU:
10029
About This Item
Organic alfalfa is a non-GMO legume grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, prized for its rich nutrients (protein, vitamins, minerals) and use as animal feed, soil builder, cover crop, or human supplement (sprouts, powder). It's a sustainable choice, fixing nitrogen in soil, improving soil health, reducing weeds, and supporting biodiversity, making it beneficial for farms and gardens seeking natural solutions.
Benefits of Organic Alfalfa
- Nutrient-Rich: A great source of protein, vitamins (like A), calcium, and minerals, especially valuable for livestock and human consumption (sprouts).
- Soil Health: Deep taproot improves soil structure, while its nitrogen-fixing ability reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers.
- Sustainable Farming: Excellent for crop rotation, reducing reliance on costly inputs like corn/soybeans and providing natural weed control.
- Biodiversity: Creates a favorable habitat for pollinators and beneficial insects.
Common Uses
- Animal Forage: Hay, pellets, and cubes for horses, cattle, goats, and rabbits.
- Cover Crop: Grown to add biomass, prevent erosion, and replenish soil nutrients.
- Human Consumption: Sprouted for salads/sandwiches or powdered for smoothies/juices.
- Compost: Adds nitrogen and organic matter.
Organic Certification
- Grown using practices that avoid GMOs and synthetic inputs, meeting USDA Organic standards (no synthetic pesticides/fertilizers for 3 years prior).
How to Use Organic Alfalfa
- Powder: Mix into liquids or food.
- Sprouts: Add to salads or sandwiches.
- Pellets: Feed to animals, mix with other feed, or use as a garden amendment.
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