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.)

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.)

State-By-State Hay Summary

Producers can reduce hay loss with proper storage, says University of Missouri Extension specialist Charles Ellis. (Photo courtesy of Kyle Spradley, MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.)

No change in Kansas hay demand, prices still steady

Hay is one of a number of items needed by producer-victims of recent wildfires. (Photo: Todd Johnson)

Area Hay Prices October 4, 2025

Hay bales on Tuesday, Mar 05, 2024, in Corpus Christi, Texas. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications)

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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.)

Kansas hay trade remains slow to moderate

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

State-By-State Hay Summary

Kansas hay demand remains unchanged, prices somewhat lower