Can we use alfalfa hay to mulch/fertilize trees, plants and vegetables? It won't burns their roots, correct?

Oxbow’s network of hay growers follow practices of good land stewardship in order to ensure quality crops year after year, so our hay has minimal treatment of herbicides and pesticides throughout the growth cycle, with use being limited to preserving crop integrity. The withdrawal period for these applications is 30 days and most pesticides or herbicides have a 10-14 day waiting period before harvesting. These waiting periods are followed strictly by all Oxbow hay growers, ensuring the integrity and safety of all Oxbow hay crops. None of our partner growers use any herbicides in the family of picolinic acids (i.e. clopyralids, aminopyralid, picloram, triclopyr, and several others). These herbicides are known to have longer residual presence in the soils compared to other commonly used herbicides and the chemical is not broken down through the digestive process. As such, our hay would be safe to use as mulch in the garden.

Anyone use this for poultry? I heard alfalfa is good to calm down roosters.

I don’t know anything about raising chickens but as far as alfalfa goes, this is very high quality We use it for our bunny in moderation. It has a lot of protein.

Hi. I know that this may seem like a weird question,but has anyone found dead grasshoppers in their bag? It was from a different brand that I found on

I have used Oxbow hay for years and other brands too. From time to time, but rarely, I have found a dead insect, on one occasion a live cricket. I don't recall which brands. It's an agricultural product. In general, Oxbow hay is markedly better packaged. There is less dust and debris and fewer small particles in the bag.

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Animal Health Alfalfa Hay, For Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, And Small Pets, Grown In The USA, Hand-Selected And Hand-Sorted, 15 Ounce

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Age Range (Description)
All Life
Brand
Oxbow
Flavor
Alfalfa Hay
Item Form
Dry

🌾High-fiber long strands

🛡️Vet-recommended low calcium

🇺🇸Grown & hand-selected in USA

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Description

🌿 Elevate your pet’s health with every bite — because they deserve the best!

ALL STAGE SUPPORT - Perfect for growth, pregnancy, nursing, or just everyday treat time for your small herbivore.
PREMIUM FIBER FUEL - Supports optimal digestion with long-strand fiber for happy, healthy small pets.
HAND SELECTED QUALITY - Each batch is carefully hand-sorted to ensure fresh, sweet, and soft hay every time.
MESS FREE CONVENIENCE - Comes in a clean, easy-to-use bag that keeps your pet’s environment tidy and fresh.
VET APPROVED NUTRITION - Low protein and calcium content tailored for all life stages, recommended by veterinarians.

Oxbow Animal Health Alfalfa Hay is a premium, hand-selected forage grown in the USA, designed to provide small pets like rabbits and guinea pigs with high fiber, low calcium nutrition essential for digestive health. Packaged mess-free, this vet-recommended hay supports all life stages, making it a trusted staple for pet owners who want the best for their furry friends.

Specifications

ASIN	B000T91WUE
ASIN	B000T91WUE
Additional Features	Sweet, soft, high in fiber, protein, and digestible energy
Age Range Description	All Life Stages
Allergen Information	Abalone Free
Animal Food Diet Type	Veterinary Diet
Best Sellers Rank	#3,796 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #45 in Small Animal Treats
Brand Name	Oxbow
Breed Recommendation	Small Breeds
Container Type	Bag
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (4,083)
Date First Available	August 19, 2004
Dog Breed Size	Medium
Flavor	Alfalfa Hay
Global Trade Identification Number	00744845402154, 00764999722335
Item Form	Dry
Item Type Name	Hay Products
Item Weight	16 ounces
Item model number	744845402154
Manufacturer	Oxbow Animal Health LLC
Manufacturer	Oxbow Animal Health LLC
Manufacturer Part Number	101-101-0150
Manufacturer recommended age	1 month and up
Model Number	744845402154
Number of Items	1
Occasion	Birthday
Package Size Name	15 Ounce
Pet Type	Small Animal
Product Benefits	High in fiber for growing and nursing pets
Product Dimensions	12.6 x 4.33 x 6.69 inches; 1 pounds
Recommended Uses For Product	Nutritional Supplement for Young or Sick Pets, Treat
Special Ingredients	Timothy Hay
Specific Uses For Product	Growth support for small pets, Pregnancy support for small pets, Nursing support for small pets, Treat for small pets
Target Species	Guinea Pig
UPC	764999722335 744845402154
Unit Count	15 Ounce

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