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Timothy and Alfalfa Hay Blog

    Where Does Timothy Hay Grow?

    Posted on Jul 15, 2021

    Timothy hay (phleum pratense) also known as meadow cat's-tail, is a perennial grass hay used as feed for many animals from small pets to Triple Crown-winning racehorses. Native to much of Europe, an American colonial farmer is credited with being the first to cultivate the grass in North America in 1720. By 1747, the grass first farmed by Timothy Hanson was known as “timothy” and has since earned a reputation for being the finest forage produced in the world.

    Ideal Climate Conditions for Timothy Hay

    Growing high quality Timothy hay requires a number of very specific climate conditions. Most regions known for producing this cool-season grass grow are at high altitudes, have harsh winters, and summers with long warm days and cool nights.

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    What is Timothy Hay?

    Posted on Jun 2, 2021

    Not all hay is created equal. In fact, it varies greatly according to plant type, quality, growing region, and intended use. Timothy hay is more than just forage and has specific qualities that make it a premium feed option for a variety of feed programs.

    Types of Hay for Livestock

    The two most popular types of hay used as feed for livestock are legumes and grass hay. Alfalfa hay is the most well-known and widely fed legume (called “lucerne” in many parts of the world), and clovers are
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    Where did the name Timothy Hay come from?

    Posted on Apr 25, 2011

    Few race horses who gobble up Timothy Hay give it much thought, but the State of Washington, especially Kittitas County and the Columbia River Basin, is known the world over for producing the highest quality Timothy Hay to be found. That is a happy factor of climate, temperature, sunshine and wind at the right time.                                   

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    Topics: Timothy Hay, Race Horse Hay, Timothy, Etymology Timothy Hay, Origin of Name Timothy Hay