Tag: hay
Winter hay feeding methods to consider before spring arrives
There are several different methods of feeding large round bales of hay. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Save money, use livestock to harvest hay
Using livestock to make later cuttings of hay is one of the best opportunities producers have to reduce costs and make more profit year after year.
Rainfall keeps the hay crop growing
Rainy days have made hay and forage harvesting a challenge, but have also kept the crop growing.
Despite slow start, forage crop rapidly maturing
A cold start to spring had some farmers worried about the hay crop, but warm weather in May has the crop maturing fast.
National haymakers honor Ohioan
Raymond Bricker, Salem, Ohio, was named the 2017 National Haymaker of the Year. Bricker farms 1,900 acres and trucks hay and straw across the U.S.
How to select quality horse hay
Good quality hay can benefit your horse's health. Consider these seven factors to ensure quality when selecting your horse’s forage.
Morning dew predicts the forecast
Alan Guebert recalls baling hay on his family farm, during his youth.
Baling technology continues to progress
The history of hay baling is long and varied, but manufacturers have made countless improvements to the technology over the years.
What to do if a hay fire occurs
In the event of a fire or hay smoldering, a fire department should be contacted immediately. However, there are ways you can reduce the damage.
How to prevent hay fires
Most hay fires occur within the first six weeks after baling. Moisture content is the main factor that causes hay and straw to spontaneously combust.
