Arizona, where water resources are limited and the demand for crops that can generate high profits is high.
And alfalfa seems to be considered a high profit margin export. But seems to be niche to middle Easter countries only .
Saudi Arabia, like many countries in the Middle East, has a high demand for alfalfa to feed its livestock. However, due to water scarcity in the region, it is not possible for them to grow enough alfalfa locally. This is where countries like the US, with access to abundant water resources, come in to meet the demand.