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How much does a bale of hay 3'x3'x6' long weight?
It depends on what kind of hay (e.g. grass, alfalfa, blended), but generally 800 to 1,000 pounds per bale.
What is a good price to pay per pound of steak at grocery stores in Idaho?
Price of steak varies by location in Idaho. The price per pound also varies depending on the cut of the steak and what store its purchased at.
What does square hay sell for?
The price of square hay can vary widely based on factors such as location, quality, type (e.g., alfalfa, grass), and market demand. As of late 2023, prices typically range from $5 to $10 per bale, but they can be higher for premium quality or organic hay. It's best to check local listings or agricultural markets for the most accurate pricing in your area.
How many pounds of alfalfa should you expect to harvest every acre?
In the US industrial agriculture system, and with good management over multiple cuttings per season, a farmer can reasonably expect to harvest at least 12,000 pounds (six tons) of alfalfa hay per acre per year.
Why is hay important to Montana?
Alfalfa is the most important forage crop in Montana. It is grown in every county in the state and nearly all the hay is consumed by the livestock within the state. Alfalfa hay can have a protein level as high as 22% or more and as little as 10% or less depending on when harvest occurs and weather damage. The crop can produce four to seven tons per acre for a value of up to $560 dollars per acre. Alfalfa can be damaged by diseases, insects, grazing animals, and by harvesting too late in the growing season. Alfalfa is a very expensive crop to establish so landowners need to take care of their stands. Dairy cattle tend to require high amounts of high quality alfalfa while beef cattle utilize lower quality alfalfa. Most beef producers tend to seed some grass with their alfalfa while dairy producers demand a pure alfalfa crop that is cut early to maximize the protein content of the hay. The addition of grass to the seed mix is preferred by beef cattle owners and horse owners.
How many square bails can you get out of an acre of hay?
The amount of Hay Bales that you yield from one acre is dependant on many variables. This includes the rate per acre it was seeded at, the ratio of grass to alfalfa used, and the size of the bale. It is also dependant on how many cuttings are available in one year. Usually land seeded for hay is planted at 20-30lbs per acre. 3 cuttings per year is often the norm, however, depending on the weather it is possible to obtain a fourth cutting (a fith cutting is rare). Hay usually takes the first year to establish itself. Therefor it is likely to only harvest 20-30 bales in the first cutting of the first year. The following cuttings decrease in production. In the 2-4 years, after the hay has been established, the first cutting is the largest and can produce anywhere from 75-100 bales of hay per acre. The second cutting usually yields 50-75 bales, and it continues to decrease from there. Most farmers anticipate a rough yield of about 200-250 bales per year, after the first year, and provided the weather is good. Hay is a five year crop that is harvested anywhere from 3-5 times during the summer months. Pricing is dependant on the quality of hay; pure alfalfa sells the highest, and typically the price decreases from there depending on the ratio of alfalfa in the bale, and the "leafiness of the bale"
How many times can hay be harvested?
It depends on what kind of hay it is, whether it is alfalfa, clover, or some kind of grass. In most of the US, most hay fields are usually harvested three to five times per year for a period of three to 20 years, depending on the farmer's choice. Five to eight years is more typical, though, so a good average for most hay would be around 30 times.
What is the average yield of alfalfa per acre in Kansas on dry land?
The yield will vary considerably across the state, from the very dry west to the reasonably moist eastern side of the state, and will vary from year to year as well. However, the statewide average for all alfalfa hay (dry weight) ranges from a low of 3.4 tons per acre to a high of 4.6 tons per acre over the last ten years.
How much is a bale of hay worth?
Since the size of hay bales varies so greatly, this question must be answered by weight. Current prices of quality alfalfa hay in the western U.S. range from $70 to $110 US per ton (US ton = 2,000 pounds). In other parts of the U.S., hay types, qualities, and prices can vary greatly from this. In the U.S., your local county extension agent should be able to give you a reasonably unbiased value for the hay available locally.
How much alfalfa seed is needed per acre?
It depends on how much you want, but it is going to cost about $100 per acre unless you are looking at many acres when it could drop to $50-70 - price will vary from around $20 to less than $10 per pound depending on the order. You will need 15-20lb per acre.
How much did a bale of hay cost in 1955?
In 1955, the price of a bale of hay varied depending on location and quality, but it generally ranged from about $1 to $3 per bale. Factors such as supply, demand, and the type of hay also influenced prices. Overall, hay was significantly cheaper than it is in many places today.
How much is the average price of potatoes per acre in Idaho?
This figure will vary from year to year, of course, but in 2011, the average price was $8.10 per hundredweight (cwt) on average yield of 404 cwt per acre, bringing about $3,270 dollars per acre before expenses to the farmer.
