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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA—EXPERIMENT STATION 
Why does it make a good hog pasture ? (An acre will 
supply sufficient feed for from 10 to 20 hogs and these will 
make good gains with a small grain allowance.) 
Comparison. 
Name some other legumes that are high in protein and 
used as feeds? Why are they not so good as alfalfa? (Alfalfa 
produces heavier and more crops in a season; it is an annual.) 
Generalization. 
Alfalfa is one of the richest forage crops our farmers can 
grow. It is rich in protein. Makes an ideal food for growing 
animals. It also is ideal for dairy cows, as it supplies the 
protein needed in milk. It can be used as an excellent green 
plant for hogs and sheep as well as both beef and dairy cattle. 
Applications. 
Keport on the amount of alfalfa used on your farm. What 
animals do you feed it to? 
