The Role in Alfalfa in Soil Conservation

Due to its many benefits, alfalfa has earned its reputation as Queen of the Forages . Some of alfalfa\u27s advantages are 1) very high nutritional value for all classes of livestock, 2) adaptability to a wide range of soils and growing conditions, 3) flexibility in being able to be grown alone or with grasses, 4) to be harvested for hay, silage or pasture, 5) strong seedling vigor and 6) high yields. Alfalfa also should be rated Queen of the Forages as a crop for the soil. In addition to its many other benefits, alfalfa is an excellent choice for soil improvement because of its abilities to reduce soil erosion, especially when compared to annual row crops, improve soil tilth and add high levels of nitrogen