Research progress of Melilotus ——an excellent forage and green manure

Melilotus, an excellent pasture and green manure crop, not only has high yield and outstanding quality, but also shows very strong tolerance or resistance to the adverse environment. Scientific research progress at home and abroad on Melilotus was summarized in terms of forage value, high yield and quality forage and seed production, as well as the impacts of Melilotus on soil and following crop. Some unsolved problems in Melilotus research in China were presented and discussed based on comprehensive analysis of existing research achievement.