The Rural Development Administration in Korea has found a way to cultivate alfalfa, a crucial forage crop, behind rice fields, marking a significant development as the country has been heavily reliant on imports due to domestic cultivation challenges. The trial cultivation showed promising results, with productivity levels that could potentially reduce the country's reliance on imports. The early sowing in late February to mid-March, followed by harvesting in late May, proved to be effective and does not interfere with rice planting. The administration plans to continue its research to further establish domestic alfalfa cultivation, focusing on technologies for weed control, pest inspection, and dry storage post-harvest.