Large round bales in a field near Dodge City, Kansas. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

75 years of change found in hay industry

Duane Scoville of Solomon, Kansas, presents a tuft of leafy alfalfa hay to his horse, Paloma. (Photo by Tim Unruh.)

‘Good hay’ an heirloom to Wilson brothers of Abilene

Hay bales (Photo: courtesy of Iowa State University's Iowa Beef Center)

Low to moderate demand for all hay types

Information gathered from testing hay helps producers plan their supplementation strategy for the cattle cycle.(Courtesy photo.)

State-By-State Hay Summary

Hay bales (Journal photo by Lacey Newlin)

Area hay prices April 6 2024

Hay bales (Photo: courtesy of Iowa State University's Iowa Beef Center)

State-By-State Hay Summary

Rain in late May and early June delayed alfalfa harvest for many producers in southwest Kansas. The first cutting like pictured in this field will likely go for grinding hay due to the excess moisture. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Hay demand remains slow to moderate for all hay types

Round hay bales

Area hay prices March 30 2024