Lucerne

Description

Lucerne seed, also known as alfalfa, is a premium forage crop valued for its exceptional nutritional profile and versatility. Renowned for its high protein content, lucerne is an ideal choice for livestock farmers looking to improve animal health, productivity, and weight gain. It is particularly suited for grazing, hay, or silage, making it a reliable, multi-purpose addition to any farming system.

This deep-rooting perennial thrives in well-drained soils and demonstrates excellent drought tolerance, allowing it to perform well even in challenging conditions. Its ability to fix nitrogen naturally improves soil fertility, reducing the need for synthetic fertilisers and supporting more sustainable farming practices.

Lucerne seed establishes quickly when properly managed, delivering dense, high-yielding crops that can be harvested multiple times throughout the growing season. With strong regrowth potential and a long productive lifespan, it offers outstanding value and consistent returns year after year.

Ideal for cattle, sheep, and horses, lucerne provides highly digestible forage rich in vitamins and minerals, helping to support optimal animal performance and overall farm efficiency.

For help on when to sow your new Lucerne seeds please see our help and advice section with pages like Best Time to Sow and Grow.

You can also find further information from Wikipedia on this particular species.