Sparta alfalfa is a high-yielding legume plant, rich in vitamins, amino acids, and minerals. This variety features medium grass height and a semi-erect bush with light green leaves, indicating good fodder quality. Thanks to its strong and thick roots, alfalfa effectively competes with weeds, improving soil structure and fertility.
Sparta variety demonstrates high yield of both green mass and dry matter, surpassing traditional varieties such as Slavyanaya Local and Krasnodar Early in these indicators. Crude protein content in dry matter for Sparta is at the level of the best varieties, while digestibility coefficients confirm its high fodder value. The maximum dry matter yield achieved at test sites in the Krasnodar region exceeds 120 centners per hectare.
Sparta alfalfa is widely used in agriculture as a fodder crop for animals, from which quality hay and feed flour are obtained. Additionally, the plant is beneficial for the soil, enriching it and suppressing weed growth. Thanks to its composition, alfalfa also finds application in folk medicine, exerting a positive effect on the human body.