Tag: hay
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.
Avoid botulism, listeriosis risks in small grain baleage
Now is the time to review management practices to prevent possible botulism and listeriosis health risks associated with poor quality small grain baleage.
Small changes can accomplish big goals
Set long-term goals for improvement by making changes to your daily routines.
