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Demand remained strong this past week as new crop alfalfa harvest progresses and first cutting yields come in below expectations. Ongoing drought conditions across much of the state have increased buyer urgency, supporting higher prices. Despite the market strength, movement … Continue reading →

Demand remained strong this past week as old crop inventories continued to tighten. Prices trended higher amid expectations of a lighter first cutting of alfalfa and ongoing drought conditions across the western two thirds of the state. With warmer temperatures … Continue reading →

Demand remained strong this past week as drought conditions persist. The eastern third of the state received substantial moisture and reports good crop conditions, while the rest of the state continues to await rainfall. Buyer interest in new crop remains … Continue reading →

Demand increased substantially this past week as drought conditions persist across many areas of the state. However, producers remain hesitant to market inventory due to uncertainty about future forage needs. Statewide, alfalfa conditions have declined, as ongoing dryness and insect … Continue reading →

During the past week, demand and movement ranged from slow to steady. While some areas of the state received precipitation and report favorable crop conditions, many regions continue to experience severe drought conditions. According to the US Drought Monitor for … Continue reading →

This past week, demand held steady while movement ranged from slow to moderate. Ongoing drought concerns and declining alfalfa conditions have many producers holding onto inventory rather than selling. Many are watching the forecast and anticipating storms that could bring … Continue reading →

This past week, demand has stayed strong, largely attributed to expanding drought conditions across portions of the state. Areas that have received adequate moisture report strong crop development, with alfalfa and wheat conditions rated as good to excellent. Conversely, other … Continue reading →

Demand has picked up slightly as buyers remain concerned about drought conditions and limited rain in the forecast. Forage is available, though much of it is lower quality. Many producers are holding onto supplies to feed cattle through the summer. … Continue reading →

Compared to the previous reporting period, prices remained steady. Producers across the state continue to report a need for additional rainfall to support crop conditions. Some producers are already preparing for a second insecticide application to control bugs and weevils. … Continue reading →

Compared to the previous reporting period, hay movement remained slow but steady. Producers have been actively engaged in field management activities, including fertilizing bromegrass stands and applying insecticide treatments to alfalfa fields in response to weevils and other insect pests … Continue reading →