Alfalfa hay is the most popular of all hay forages, due to the vast supply around the country. The most popular cuttings for individuals with horses, sheep and other farm animals is second and third cuttings. Alfalfa hay forage is for animals needing maximum energy levels such as performance horses, horses being trained or that are ridden frequently. Controlled amounts of alfalfa should be used as maintenance forage of choice. Alfalfa has the least amount of sugar in all the forages although rich in nutritional values.