{"id":3480,"date":"2026-10-05T11:53:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-05T11:53:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/alfalfa-meal-for-rabbits-horses-cattle\/"},"modified":"2026-10-05T11:53:37","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T11:53:37","slug":"alfalfa-meal-for-rabbits-horses-cattle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ndrgkokalenterprise.com\/ms\/alfalfa-meal-for-rabbits-horses-cattle\/","title":{"rendered":"Alfalfa Meal for Rabbits, Horses and Cattle: Benefits and Feeding Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Quick answer:<\/strong> Alfalfa meal is dried, ground alfalfa with about 15\u201320% protein, high digestible fibre and plenty of calcium and vitamins. It is a staple in rabbit pellets, a quality fibre and protein source for horses and dairy cattle, and adds colour to egg yolks in poultry. Introduce it gradually and balance its high calcium in the overall diet.<\/p>\n

Updated October 2026 \u00b7 NDRG Kokal Enterprise, Sarawak, Malaysia<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Key facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Crude protein<\/th>\n15\u201320%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Crude fibre<\/th>\n20\u201330%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Calcium<\/th>\nHigh (about 1.2\u20131.8%)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Best for<\/th>\nRabbits, horses, dairy cattle, goats<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Poultry use<\/th>\nSmall amounts for yolk colour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Forms<\/th>\nMeal or pellets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Benefits by animal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Animal<\/th>\nWhy alfalfa meal helps<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Rabbits<\/td>\nFibre for gut health and protein for growth; a base of most rabbit pellets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Horses<\/td>\nDigestible fibre, protein and calcium; useful for working and growing horses<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dairy cattle and goats<\/td>\nProtein and calcium supporting milk production<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Poultry<\/td>\nNatural pigments for yolk colour in small amounts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Feeding tips<\/h2>\n
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  • Introduce gradually over 7\u201310 days to avoid digestive upsets.<\/li>\n
  • Balance calcium and phosphorus, especially for young or breeding animals.<\/li>\n
  • Keep it dry; mouldy alfalfa is dangerous, particularly for horses and rabbits.<\/li>\n
  • Use as part of a balanced ration, not the only feed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Meal vs pellets<\/h2>\n

    Meal mixes easily into rations and compost; pellets reduce dust and waste. Alfalfa meal is also a popular organic fertilizer for roses and vegetables. See our alfalfa meal<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n

    Is alfalfa meal good for rabbits?<\/h3>\n

    Yes. Its fibre supports gut health and its protein supports growth, which is why it is the base of most rabbit pellets.<\/p>\n

    How much protein is in alfalfa meal?<\/h3>\n

    Usually 15% to 20% crude protein, depending on cutting time and drying.<\/p>\n

    Can horses eat alfalfa meal?<\/h3>\n

    Yes, as part of a balanced diet. Introduce it gradually and watch total calcium intake.<\/p>\n

    Related<\/h2>\n
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    • Buy alfalfa meal in bulk<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Buy in bulk:<\/strong> request a wholesale quote<\/a> from NDRG Kokal Enterprise, Siburan, Sarawak. Call or WhatsApp +60 13-739 1922 or email info@ndrgkokalenterprise.com.<\/p>\n