HIGH-PROTEIN DAIRY GRADE

Alfalfa Hay / Lucerne (Medicago sativa)

Name: Alfalfa Hay / Lucerne (Medicago sativa)
Brand: Indus Forage
Price: Contact for CIF/CNF proforma quotation USD
Availability: InStock

Selected from early-bloom harvests across specialized alfalfa tracts in Pakistan. Rich in digestible crude protein (18–22%) and bio-available calcium. Carefully baled at controlled night/morning dew to prevent leaf shatter, then double-compressed and encased in protective export packaging.

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Premium leafy Alfalfa hay export bale with protective sleeve

Representative Export Batch

40ft HC Container Payload:22 – 24 Metric Tonnes per 40ft High Cube Container

Direct Ocean Transit to UAE:3 to 4 Days Sailing Voyage

Lab Assay & Inspection:DPP Phytosanitary + SGS on Request

CHEMICAL & PHYSICAL ASSAYS

Technical Specifications for Alfalfa Hay / Lucerne (Medicago sativa).
Standard vs Premium Export Grade Thresholds.

The table outlines target quality parameters measured against standard and prime export selections. Exact values are verified per batch Certificate of Analysis.

Analysis Parameter	Standard Export Grade	Premium Prime Grade	Standardized Test Method
Crude Protein (CP)	16.0% – 18.0%	18.5% – 22.0%+	Kjeldahl (AOAC 2001.11)
Moisture Content	Max 12.0%	Max 9.5% – 10.5%	Oven Drying 105°C
Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF)	31% – 35%	26% – 30% (High Digestibility)	Van Soest Method
Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF)	40% – 45%	34% – 39%	Van Soest Method
Relative Feed Value (RFV)	135 – 150	155 – 180+ (Prime Grade)	Calculated from ADF & NDF
Leaf Attachment Ratio	Good (> 60% leaves on stem)	Excellent (> 75% intact leaves)	Physical Separation Audit
Calcium & Phosphorus	Ca ~ 1.2%, P ~ 0.25%	Ca 1.35% – 1.6%, P 0.28% – 0.35%	ICP-OES / AAS

* This is premium baled long-fiber alfalfa hay (distinct from alfalfa pellets or meal). Every export lot is tested for moisture to prevent heating during sea transit.

PACKAGING & STOWAGE

Export Packing & High-Density Compression

Double-compression technology maximizes maritime container stowage while preserving leaf integrity. Secured with heavy-duty polyester strapping and encased in protective packaging suitable for Gulf sea voyages.

Packaging Format:Double-compressed export square bales

Unit / Bale Net Weight:400 – 450 kg big bales or 30 – 35 kg two-tie/three-tie bales

Strapping & Protective Wrap:Woven protective white sleeve with green heavy strapping

LIVESTOCK USES & DOCUMENTS

Formulation Uses & Official Clearances

Target Livestock & Feeding Applications:

High-yielding dairy cow Total Mixed Rations (TMR)
Calf starter and grower nutrition
Breeding livestock and gestation programs
High-performance camel racing diets

Standard Shipping Document Pack:

Government Phytosanitary Certificate
Certificate of Origin
Commercial Invoice & Packing List
Ocean Bill of Lading
SGS / Independent Lab Protein & Moisture Report on request

PRODUCT-SPECIFIC INQUIRY

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Alfalfa Hay / Lucerne (Medicago sativa)

Specify your required container volume, target discharge port, and protein/moisture preferences. Seven Seas Pioneers will confirm allocation, batch assay, and sea-freight booking.

Available Delivery Incoterms:

FOB Karachi · CFR / CIF Jebel Ali · CFR / CIF Khalifa Port