Why Alfalfa Cubes?

What Are Alfalfa Cubes?

Alfalfa cubes are compacted, nutrient-rich blocks made by chopping and compressing dried alfalfa hay into uniform shapes. These cubes provide an easy-to-store and easy-to-feed alternative to traditional hay. They're ideal for livestock owners who want consistency, cleanliness, and efficiency in their feeding routines.

Unlike baled hay, alfalfa cubes are dust-free and uniform in texture. They contain no additives or fillers—just 100% premium alfalfa, compressed into cube form. This makes alfalfa cubes a highly digestible and natural feed solution for horses, goats, cattle, and other grazing animals.

The controlled size and density of alfalfa cubes make it easier to measure out precise feed amounts. This ensures that your livestock get consistent nutrition at every meal, helping prevent overfeeding or undernourishment. Standlee says, “Hay cubes can be used effectively as the sole source of roughage for all classes of horses.”

At RR Ranch in Erda, Utah, our alfalfa cubes are locally sourced, processed with care, and stored under optimal conditions to maintain their freshness. We're committed to offering livestock feed that's high-quality and free from contaminants.

Whether you're feeding a champion show horse or a herd of dairy goats, alfalfa cubes offer a convenient way to deliver balanced, energy-rich nutrition. Their benefits extend far beyond convenience—they also promote health, hydration, and growth.

When considering the best feed options for your animals, understanding why alfalfa cubes are becoming a staple on farms across Utah is essential. Let’s explore the top reasons.

The Nutritional Power of Alfalfa Cubes

Alfalfa cubes are a powerhouse of essential nutrients. Rich in protein, calcium, and digestible fiber, they support muscle development, bone strength, and a healthy digestive system in all types of livestock.

One of the major reasons livestock owners choose alfalfa cubes is their protein content, which typically ranges from 15–18%. This makes them especially useful for performance horses, lactating cows, and growing animals who need extra energy and muscle support.

The calcium in alfalfa cubes supports bone growth and lactation, making them perfect for dairy animals and young stock. The high fiber content promotes gut health, ensuring regular digestion and preventing common gastrointestinal issues. Kentucky Equine Research says, “Feeding appropriate levels of high-quality alfalfa (amount fed is based on body weight) will meet requirements for protein, lysine (an essential amino acid for growth), calcium, and phosphorus.”

Unlike processed feeds with added sugars or unknown ingredients, alfalfa cubes provide straightforward nutrition you can trust. You know exactly what your animals are eating with every serving.

The consistency of alfalfa cubes also means you won’t face the variability often found in baled hay. Every cube offers predictable energy and nutrient delivery, making your feeding program more precise and results-driven.

At RR Ranch, our alfalfa cubes are tested for nutritional value and stored properly to retain freshness and nutrient density. We believe in feeding with purpose—and our cubes deliver just that.

Convenience in Every Cube

Feeding with alfalfa cubes simplifies your daily routine. Unlike bulky hay bales, cubes are easy to carry, stack, and store—even in smaller barns or tack rooms. They require less space and are tidier, minimizing the mess that comes with loose hay.

Alfalfa cubes also eliminate the labor-intensive process of flaking and distributing hay. Just scoop, measure, and serve. For larger operations, this can save hours each week, streamlining feeding across multiple stalls or pens.

Storage is another win for alfalfa cubes. They’re typically sold in bagged form, which protects them from the elements and pests. This keeps your feed clean, dry, and ready to serve whenever needed.

Because they’re dense and consistent, you can feed smaller volumes compared to loose hay, without sacrificing nutrition. This is especially useful during travel, shows, or for on-the-go feeding.

RR Ranch in Erda offers alfalfa cubes in various bag sizes to meet the needs of both large-scale operations and backyard barns. Whether you’re feeding a herd or just one horse, cubes offer unmatched convenience.

Make no mistake: alfalfa cubes aren’t just efficient—they’re a smart upgrade for any modern livestock feeding strategy.

Easier on the Digestive System

Alfalfa cubes are gentler on the digestive system compared to coarser or stemmier hay. Their finely chopped texture and uniform consistency make them easy to chew, swallow, and digest—especially important for horses or livestock with sensitive stomachs.

Because alfalfa cubes are more digestible, animals can extract more nutrients from less feed. This supports better feed efficiency and helps reduce the risk of colic, ulcers, or bloating associated with coarser forages or inconsistent hay.

For older animals or those with dental issues, alfalfa cubes can be soaked into a mash, creating a soft, moist feed that's easy to consume. This makes them an ideal solution for senior horses or animals recovering from illness or surgery.

The naturally high fiber in alfalfa cubes supports healthy gut flora and keeps the digestive tract moving. This is essential for avoiding impactions, particularly in the dry Utah climate where dehydration is a risk.

Many veterinarians recommend alfalfa cubes as part of a balanced diet, especially for animals prone to digestive issues. Their digestibility helps maintain consistent energy levels without causing sudden spikes or crashes.

At RR Ranch, we recommend our alfalfa cubes to customers whose animals need a dependable, gut-friendly forage source. It's peace of mind in every bite.

Soaking Alfalfa Cubes for Hydration

One of the lesser-known benefits of alfalfa cubes is their ability to boost hydration when soaked in water. This is particularly valuable for horses that don’t drink enough or for animals under heat stress during Utah’s hot summer months.

Soaking alfalfa cubes creates a nutrient-rich mash that encourages water intake. Horses and goats alike often find the mash more palatable, especially if they’re picky eaters or have sensitive mouths.

A hydrated digestive system works more efficiently, reducing the risk of impaction colic and supporting overall health. By feeding soaked alfalfa cubes, you're addressing nutrition and hydration in one easy step.

Soaked cubes are also ideal for mixing in supplements, medications, or even electrolytes. This helps ensure full consumption of important additives without feed sorting or waste.

At RR Ranch, we guide our customers on how to soak alfalfa cubes properly—typically for 20 to 30 minutes in warm or cool water, depending on preference. The result is a soft, flavorful meal that animals love.

When hydration is a concern, alfalfa cubes offer an easy, reliable solution. They're more than just feed—they're part of your livestock's hydration plan.

Clean and Dust-Free Feeding

One of the biggest challenges with traditional hay is dust. Dust can irritate respiratory systems in horses and livestock, especially when fed in enclosed barns or dry, windy climates like Erda. Alfalfa cubes solve that problem.

Alfalfa cubes are processed in a way that removes most fine particles, resulting in a cleaner feed with minimal dust. This makes them perfect for horses with heaves, COPD, or other respiratory issues.

Because alfalfa cubes don’t break apart into dry flakes like traditional hay, you’ll also have a cleaner feeding area. Less mess around feeders and stalls means less time spent sweeping and raking—and more time with your animals.

RR Ranch ensures that all of our alfalfa cubes are stored in dust-controlled environments and sealed packaging. Cleanliness is part of our promise to our customers.

When you feed alfalfa cubes, you also reduce waste. Animals are less likely to trample, scatter, or ignore their feed, meaning more nutrition ends up in their bellies and less on the ground.

If respiratory health is a priority in your barn, switching to alfalfa cubes can make a dramatic difference in the air your animals breathe and the cleanliness of your operation.

Consistency You Can Count On

One of the biggest frustrations in feeding hay is inconsistency—one bale may be green and leafy, the next dry and stemmy. With alfalfa cubes, every feeding is the same. That consistency translates to better animal performance and fewer dietary surprises.

Alfalfa cubes are made from chopped hay that’s blended and compressed into uniform sizes. Each batch is monitored for moisture, nutrient content, and density. That means no surprises, no bad flakes, and no unpredictable weight fluctuations.

This consistency is especially valuable in performance and breeding operations, where sudden changes in feed can lead to digestive distress or loss of condition. Alfalfa cubes keep your program stable.

At RR Ranch, our alfalfa cubes come from premium, locally sourced alfalfa and are processed with care. Every bag offers the same reliable nutrition, bale after bale, week after week.

When you're feeding multiple animals, consistency is key. Alfalfa cubes allow you to control feed intake, ensure balanced nutrition, and track results more accurately.

With alfalfa cubes, every scoop feeds like the last—and that’s a good thing when it comes to your livestock’s health.

Reducing Feed Waste and Saving Money

Wasted feed means wasted money. Traditional hay bales often suffer from waste due to trampling, scattering, or selective feeding. Alfalfa cubes are a smarter, more efficient alternative that minimizes waste.

Because alfalfa cubes are denser and cleaner, animals are more likely to eat every bite. There’s no sifting through tough stems or blowing away of dry flakes—just consistent, palatable forage in a tidy format.

Over time, reducing feed waste translates into cost savings. While alfalfa cubes may seem more expensive per pound than baled hay, they often offer better value through improved feed efficiency and reduced cleanup.

Feeding alfalfa cubes also helps control portion sizes. You can measure them precisely by weight or volume, ensuring your animals get exactly what they need without overfeeding or underfeeding.

RR Ranch customers often tell us how much longer a bag of alfalfa cubes lasts compared to the equivalent weight in loose hay. It's a win-win—better nutrition and better cost control.

When you're trying to stretch your feed budget while still giving your animals premium nutrition, alfalfa cubes are one of the best choices you can make.

Perfect for Travel and Shows

When you're traveling with livestock—whether to a show, rodeo, or new pasture—feeding consistency is crucial. Alfalfa cubes provide a compact, mess-free solution that’s easy to transport and feed on the go.

Unlike bulky hay bales, alfalfa cubes come in manageable bags that fit neatly into trailers, tack rooms, or storage bins. You won’t have to wrestle with flakes, break open bales, or sweep up loose hay from your trailer floor.

During travel, maintaining your animals’ digestive routine helps prevent colic and stress. Alfalfa cubes offer that routine in a form that’s stable and portable. You can soak or feed them dry, depending on your animal's preference.

Alfalfa cubes also hold up better in different weather conditions. They resist mold when stored properly and won’t become airborne like chaffy hay. That makes them ideal for enclosed trailers or mobile stalls.

RR Ranch provides high-quality alfalfa cubes in secure, sealed bags—perfect for livestock owners on the move. Whether you’re headed to a county fair or a national event, your feed travels well with cubes.

If you need a travel-friendly, stress-reducing feed option, alfalfa cubes are your go-to solution.

A Great Option for Selective Eaters

Some animals are simply picky. They’ll nose around flakes, toss aside stems, or flat-out reject dry, coarse hay. That’s where alfalfa cubes shine. Their uniformity, texture, and flavor make them highly palatable, even to the fussiest of eaters.

Because alfalfa cubes are processed from leafy, tender hay, they eliminate the variability animals often reject in baled forage. Every bite is soft, consistent, and flavorful.

This is especially beneficial for senior horses, young stock, or animals recovering from illness. If you’re struggling to get your horse or goat to eat, switching to alfalfa cubes can often jumpstart their appetite.

At RR Ranch, we hear countless stories from local owners who couldn’t get their animals to eat—until they tried our alfalfa cubes. Once introduced, most animals begin eating more consistently and regain condition quickly.

Alfalfa cubes are also easy to top-dress with oils, vitamins, or supplements, adding even more appeal without compromising digestion.

For animals that turn their nose up at ordinary hay, alfalfa cubes are a delicious, nutritious alternative that encourages full feed intake.

Sustainability and Local Sourcing

Buying locally grown feed supports more than just your livestock—it supports your community, the land, and the future of farming. Alfalfa cubes from RR Ranch are sourced and processed in Utah, keeping your food chain local and sustainable.

Local sourcing reduces the carbon footprint associated with transportation and ensures fresher, cleaner feed. Your animals get nutrients sooner after harvest, with fewer handling steps in between.

Sustainable farming practices also help protect Utah’s soil and water resources. At RR Ranch, our alfalfa cubes are part of a closed-loop, environmentally conscious supply chain.

You’re not just feeding better—you’re investing in responsible agriculture that benefits future generations of farmers and ranchers.

When you buy alfalfa cubes from RR Ranch, you support jobs, families, and the agricultural heritage of Erda and surrounding communities.

Choosing local isn’t just a marketing line—it’s a real way to make a difference, one cube at a time.

Year-Round Feeding Reliability

Alfalfa cubes offer consistent feeding year-round, regardless of season, weather, or field conditions. Whether it’s snow, drought, or hay shortage, alfalfa cubes are always available and always reliable.

Unlike baled hay, which varies in quality by cutting or climate, alfalfa cubes are produced with consistency in mind. They’re processed in controlled conditions, allowing you to maintain stable feeding even when natural forage is scarce.

Winter feeding can be difficult with traditional bales due to snow accumulation and spoilage. Alfalfa cubes store cleanly indoors and are easy to portion even on the coldest mornings.

In the dry summer months, cubes reduce dust and are less prone to fire hazards. They also resist weather damage, making them safer to store near barns, trailers, or feed areas.

RR Ranch keeps a steady inventory of alfalfa cubes, ensuring you never run out when demand spikes. Our cubes are available in bulk or by the bag, so you're always stocked, season after season.

No matter what the Utah weather throws at you, alfalfa cubes keep your feeding program on track.

Blending Alfalfa Cubes into a Balanced Diet

Alfalfa cubes can be used as a standalone feed or as part of a well-rounded ration. Many livestock owners mix cubes with grass hay, beet pulp, or grains to customize nutrition based on species, age, and workload.

For horses, blending alfalfa cubes with grass hay helps moderate protein and calcium intake, keeping the diet balanced while maintaining palatability and energy.

For goats and sheep, cubes offer a protein-rich supplement to lower-energy pasture forage, especially during breeding or lactation. Mixing with fiber sources can enhance digestive performance and prevent metabolic issues.

RR Ranch works with customers to build feeding plans using alfalfa cubes as a cornerstone. Whether you need help calculating feed amounts or choosing a complementary forage, we’re here to support your nutrition goals.

Soaked cubes can also be blended with molasses, oil, or chopped hay to tempt reluctant eaters or add energy during winter months or periods of stress.

Alfalfa cubes are versatile building blocks in any livestock diet—and RR Ranch is your local resource for getting the mix just right.

Feeding by Weight, Not Guesswork

With alfalfa cubes, feeding becomes a science—not a guessing game. Each scoop has a known weight and nutrient profile, allowing you to calculate precise rations tailored to your animals’ needs.

This is a major advantage over traditional hay, which can vary widely in density and nutritional value. With alfalfa cubes, you can formulate feeding plans down to the pound or gram.

Precise feeding helps prevent overfeeding, reduces waste, and keeps your animals in ideal condition. It's especially important for animals with metabolic conditions or weight management goals.

RR Ranch includes feeding guides and nutritional info on all bags of alfalfa cubes, so you know exactly what you’re putting in the trough. We also offer assistance in creating custom feeding plans.

For breeding farms, show barns, or large-scale livestock operations, this level of precision is invaluable. It means healthier animals and more predictable performance.

If you’re ready to leave feeding guesswork behind, alfalfa cubes are the clear winner.

Ideal for All Livestock Species

Alfalfa cubes are not just for horses. They’re suitable for a wide variety of livestock including cattle, goats, sheep, llamas, alpacas, and even rabbits. The nutrient-rich profile supports animals at every stage of life.

For dairy cows and goats, alfalfa cubes enhance milk production thanks to their high calcium and protein. For sheep, they’re an ideal supplement during gestation and lambing.

Horse owners love alfalfa cubes for their simplicity and performance, while cattle ranchers use them as a top-dress during the winter or for finishing beef.

At RR Ranch, we stock alfalfa cubes in sizes and formats suitable for every species. Whether you’re feeding one llama or an entire cattle herd, we’ve got the right cube for your operation.

No matter the species, one thing remains true—animals thrive on quality. And there’s no better way to deliver that quality than with alfalfa cubes from RR Ranch.

Why Alfalfa Cubes from RR Ranch?

Not all alfalfa cubes are created equal. At RR Ranch, we take pride in offering the freshest, cleanest, most nutrient-dense cubes in the region—grown and processed right here in Utah.

Our cubes are made from carefully selected alfalfa, harvested at peak maturity, and cured under optimal conditions. That means more nutrients, more leaf retention, and better palatability.

We store our cubes in climate-conscious facilities, ensuring they stay dry, mold-free, and protected from pests. Every bag you buy is one you can trust.

RR Ranch is committed to helping you feed smarter. Our team lives here, raises animals here, and understands the challenges of Utah farming. We’re not just a feed store—we’re your neighbors.

When you buy alfalfa cubes from RR Ranch, you’re not just getting feed—you’re getting local expertise, superior service, and peace of mind.

Your animals deserve the best. And the best alfalfa cubes are right here at RR Ranch.

Shop Local. Feed Right. Choose RR Ranch in Erda, UT.

Whether you're feeding horses, goats, cattle, or a mix of animals, alfalfa cubes offer unbeatable nutrition, convenience, and consistency. And when you source those cubes from RR Ranch in Erda, Utah, you're investing in premium-quality feed backed by local service you can trust.

Visit RR Ranch today to browse our full selection of alfalfa cubes, hay bales, and livestock pellets.Ask about delivery options and bulk pricing.Call or stop by—we're always happy to help you build a better feeding program.

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