Definition of alfalfa
: a deep-rooted leguminous perennial plant (Medicago sativa) of southwestern Asia that is widely grown for hay and forage
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Honeybees don’t like alfalfa, but the native alkali bees thrive on it, and with the farmers’ help their numbers have skyrocketed.
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The new list includes more agricultural produce, including dairy, alfalfa and seafood, than a initial group published in April.
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The proposal would follow federal guidelines on labeling alfalfa.
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Big Morongo Feed and Tack in Morongo Valley has always specialized in alfalfa hay pellets, chicken feed and exotic hens, but is carving out a new niche business by offering 20-foot shipping containers for $2,900, including delivery.
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Photos released by the sheriff’s office suggest the men were hauling bikes, alfalfa pellets, electric fans, a mattress, a volleyball and even Bounty paper towels in addition to the live animals.
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In a product called Sleep, a loose-leaf tea from Teasäne, chamomile is just one of several herbs used for similar properties: alfalfa for balancing hormones and relieving anxiety; lemon verbena to relax the nervous system.
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The Wall Street Journal With only a few weeks left in what is normally a rainy time, Mr. Frantz said the growing season for summer crops including corn, sorghum grain and alfalfa could also be imperiled.
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Farmers there mostly grow cotton, wheat and alfalfa.
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Origin and Etymology of alfalfa
Spanish, modification of Arabic dialect al-faṣfaṣa the alfalfa
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Definition of alfalfa for English Language Learners
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: a type of plant that is grown mostly as food for farm animals
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Definition of alfalfa for Students
: a plant with purple flowers that is related to the clovers and is grown as a food for horses and cattle
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