Forage crops are plants grown primarily to provide feed for livestock. These crops include grasses, legumes, and other plants that are rich in nutrients, helping to sustain animals like cattle, sheep, and goats. Common examples of forage crops are alfalfa, clover, and timothy grass. They can be harvested as hay, silage, or grazed directly by animals. Farmers often cultivate forage crops to improve soil health and reduce erosion. By rotating these crops with other types of crops, they can enhance biodiversity and maintain a balanced ecosystem. Forage crops play a crucial role in sustainable agriculture and livestock production.