Articles tagged under: hay
New Automation for Hay Production
Published January 31, 2024
Case IH is bringing LiDAR technology to hay producers with a first-of-its-kind in large square hay baler automation. With the automatic adjustments and hands-free baling, farmers can put less experienced operators in the cab or spend their time in the…Expect High Hay Prices
Published August 17, 2023
Weaning time for cattle producers is just around the corner. South Dakota State University Extension Feedlot Specialist Warren Rusche says hay supplies are a worry for this winter. "For most of South Dakota, hay supplies are short and consequently hay…Reasonable Alfalfa Prices
Published March 2, 2023
The cold start to the winter depleted hay stocks. NDSU Extension Forage Crops Specialist James Rogers says hay prices are sitting at a reasonable rate. "Alfalfa prices are fairly reasonable for beef quality hay. It looks like alfalfa hay might…Herd Rebuilding May Take a Backseat
Published February 22, 2023
The dry conditions last fall have made farmers and ranchers leery of a future drought. Sterling Marketing Group President John Nalivka says livestock producers are still cautious about restocking and herd rebuilding might not happen in 2023. "The problem is…Determining Winter Hay Needs
Published October 21, 2022
Forages are a critical part of feeding programs to make it through northern winters. North Dakota State University Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Janna Block recommends farmers conduct a thorough hay inventory for the upcoming feeding season. "You need to have…Test for Hay Quality
Published July 25, 2022
It’s been a good year for hay production in North Dakota. Timely moisture has been seen, but the weather hasn’t been conducive for drying hay and there’s a lot of discolored hay. NDSU Extension Forage Crops Production Specialist James Rogers…What a Difference a Year Makes
Published July 24, 2022
After a year of drought, ranchers are having better luck putting up hay this season. Mandan, North Dakota rancher Kenny Graner is on his second cutting. "I've heard stories of people getting more than twice as many bales off the…Cattle Liquidation Rates Rise Once Again
Published April 7, 2022
Oklahoma State University Derrell Peel says feed prices have brought up the issue of high liquidation rates once again. "Cattle prices are significantly higher now than they were this time last year. Revenue side looks good, but cost is going…Hay Hauling Hours Extended in South Dakota
Published December 1, 2021
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order on Wednesday extending the timeframe when hay haulers can move hay through February 2022. Oversize hay haulers with a permit can move from two hours before sunrise to two hours after…