2006-06-232006-06-2319952006-01-30http://hdl.handle.net/2263/480Red clover planted at Onderstepoort for autumn or spring forage for cattle. Red clover is a short-lived perennial and requires a short rotation. It establishes easily, has rapid spring growth, but lacks drought tolerance. It is classified as a legume pasture plant. Red clover has high protein content. Acidosis can occur when cattle consume too much carbohydrates in a short period of time.150723 bytesimage/jpegCopyright ©D.C. Lourens. Provided for educational purposes only. It may not be downloaded, reproduced, or distributed in any format without written permission of the copyright owner.Red clover -- South AfricaAutumn forageSpring forageAcidosisTrifolium pratenseStill Image