What foods do cows eat?

Cows are herbivores, meaning they only eat plants. Their diet primarily consists of grasses, such as fescue, bluegrass, and timothy. In addition to grasses, cows may also eat legumes, such as alfalfa and clover, as well as silage (fermented plants), hay (dried plants), and other forages. Some cows may also consume agricultural byproducts, such as corn stalks and sugar beet pulp. The specific diet of a cow will depend on its location, the season, and the type of farming operation.