Hay should be stored with great care

Hay should be stored with great care

Quality hay bales are like precious gems. They are valuable and deserve your safest storage, and proper storage is one way producers can reduce hay waste. Consider when deciding what hay to store:

Learn about the nutritional value of hay.

Sample at least 10 bales of hay from each field and select the best hay for optimal storage.

Understand the nutritional needs of your herd.

Feed the best hay based on breeding needs.

High humidity and temperature will accelerate spoilage. Trash is heaviest at the top and bottom of the bale. The top absorbs moisture from rain and melting snow, while the bottom draws moisture from the ground.