How much protein is in grass?
                                
                                
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                                On average, fresh, leafy ryegrass contains between 15% and 25% crude protein on a dry matter basis, making it a valuable feed source for livestock. The total protein content, however, is not a fixed number and is highly dependent on a variety of factors related to plant growth and environmental conditions.