Category Archives: Hay Clippings Blog

Compared to the previous report, demand and prices remained strong across the state this past week. Many producers were occupied with wheat harvest and soybean planting, resulting in slight delays to hay production. Reports indicate second-cutting alfalfa is progressing well, … Continue reading →

Compared to the previous report, hay movement was light as elevated transportation costs, wheat harvest activities, and severe storms limited market activity across portions of the state. Demand remained good. Producers continued preparations for second cutting, with early reports indicating … Continue reading →

This past week, much of the state received beneficial moisture, providing needed relief to hay fields and row crops. The improved moisture conditions contributed to a slight decline in hay demand and movement as immediate forage concerns eased in some … Continue reading →

Movement slowed this past week as moisture was received across many areas of the state. Prices remained firm due to limited forage supplies. Depending on the region, alfalfa and grass hay conditions have improved with recent precipitation and warmer temperatures, … Continue reading →

Demand remained strong this past week as much of the state continues to experience drought conditions. Scattered storms brought limited relief to some areas; however, hay demand remains elevated. Tight inventories combined with strong demand have pushed prices substantially higher. … Continue reading →

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 →