With all of the different varieties of hay available, it can be hard to know which is best for your animals’ feed program. Some hays, like alfalfa, offer a high protein content while others, including timothy hay, have a high palatability preference which makes it appealing to livestock. Having a better understanding of the different types of hay ensures that you can be more confident in knowing that you’re feeding the best diet to your animals.
Alfalfa is a green, leafy legume hay that is commonly added to livestock’s feed programs in order to provide additional nutritional benefits. Unlike other grass hays, alfalfa hay contains a much higher level of protein which can make it an important addition to some animal’s diets, although it may not always be needed. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits provided by alfalfa hay and when it may be necessary to add it to your horses and other livestock’s food.
