How to Buy Alfalfa Seeds

Alfalfa sprouts make a healthy addition to salads and other dishes.

Alfalfa is a perennial legume, originally cultivated in the Middle East and now grown throughout the world. Alfalfa can be grown for forage and harvested as hay, or it can be sprouted on a smaller scale for use in salads and other dishes.

Buying Online

Alfalfa seeds are available from a variety of online suppliers. They can be bought in bulk from farm supply outlets such as Seedland and AgriSeek, or in smaller culinary quantities from health food stores like Sprout House and Healthy Eating. Seek out seeds that are Certified Organic to ensure chemical-free processing.

Buying from Specialty Stores

Alfalfa seeds are sold at many health food stores and organic markets. Search Organic Store Locator for outlets in your area. Different varieties of alfalfa are sold for forage and for sprouting, so specify your purpose when making inquiries.

Buying from Local Suppliers

Local farmers' markets and produce sellers are also a source for alfalfa seeds. Search Local Harvest to find local sellers in your area.

References

• "American Scientist": Alfalfa
• Backyard Nature: Growing Alfalfa Sprouts

Resources

• Organic Store Locator
• Local Harvest
• Seedland
• Sprout House
• Healthy Eating