Frequently (and not so frequently) Asked Questions
BRIEF: Is alfalfa toxic once frost hits?
QUESTION:
I'm in hopes that you can answer a nutritional question for me. I recall having
read an article some time ago reporting that frost hit alfalfa might be toxic to
horses. I will be moving my horses in mid October to a pasture that is
partially alfalfa. Should this be of concern for my
animals?
ANSWER:
I am not aware of a problem with frosted alfalfa per se, but some interesting and
annoying molds grow on dying alfalfa, so maybe they experience problems from
that? I guess it depends on the climate after the frost.