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Hay movement during the past week remained slow but steady, with minimal change observed in overall market conditions. Producers across much of the state received some moisture during the reporting period, occurring as rain, snow, or a combination of both. … Continue reading →

Demand during the first week of the year remained steady. Product movement increased slightly in select regions due to colder temperatures and forecasted snowfall. However, pricing levels showed minimal change. According to the US Drought Monitor for the week of … Continue reading →

Smooth bromegrass and tall fescue seed production may be utilized as an alternative crop in primary grazing and haying stands. When used in this dual purpose, low seed yields can still offset production costs with the right market/contract. As with … Continue reading →

Demand showed minimal change during the final week of 2025. Producers continued to retain hay supplies into the new year in anticipation of improved pricing. Market activity remained limited, as many producers were not motivated sellers and were waiting for … Continue reading →

Hay movement during the Christmas week was slow but steady, with minimal new sales reported. Unseasonably warm weather conditions allowed many cattle to remain on grass and wheat pasture, which reduced overall hay demand and usage during the period. According … Continue reading →

The forage quality results of the 2025 Kansas Performance Tests for cool-season annual forage varieties are available online at https://www.agronomy.k-state.edu/outreach-and-services/crop-performance-tests/forages/hay-and-silage/. The results are summarized by location (Garden City, Hays, and Belleville). Several forage quality metrics were measured across a range of forage … Continue reading →

Hay movement remains steady and is expected to continue at a similar pace throughout the remainder of the year. Many producers are retaining hay inventories in anticipation of improved pricing next year rather than lowering prices to move supplies in … Continue reading →

Hay movement remained steady over the past week, with most activity limited to previously contracted loads. An abundance of average hay continues to keep prices stable across all classes. Warmer temperatures and increased sunshine provided welcome relief to producers, helping … Continue reading →

Hay movement was mostly steady this past week. Increased moisture across the state limited some producers’ ability to move hay. There is still an abundance of grinder-quality hay, putting slight pressure on prices. High-quality alfalfa remains in high demand and … Continue reading →

From the National Alfalfa & Forage Alliance: The American Relief Act of 2025 provides new USDA assistance for losses experienced in 2023 and 2024, including programs that apply directly to alfalfa and forage farmers. The most relevant option for hay … Continue reading →