Wyoming, Western Nebraska, and Western South Dakota Hay Report

   Compared to last week, Prices were mostly steady with good demand is good to 
very good in all regions due to drought conditions in Montana and the Dakotas.  
Cattleman in drought affected regions of South Dakota are considering a possible 
reduction to their herd size to avoid purchasing supplemental hay.  The NASS 
Wyoming Crop Progress and Condition report for the week ending June 25, 2017 
states that Wyoming experienced near normal temperatures for the week, according 
to the Mountain Regional Field Office of the National Agricultural Statistics 
Service, USDA.  Sixteen of the 34 stations reported above average temperatures 
for the week with the high temperature of 97 degrees recorded at Torrington and 
a low of 27 degrees at Lake Yellowstone.  Fourteen stations reported no 
precipitation and Sheridan had the most precipitation with 0.07 inches.  All 34 
stations received below normal precipitation.  A reporter from North Central 
Wyoming indicted that they had moderate temperatures, not much moisture, and 
wind.  They also reported that livestock look good, first cutting of hay is 
underway, and lots of weevils being reported.  A reporter from Northeast Wyoming 
reported that several areas are experiencing diminished forage and grazing due 
to a lack of moisture and depleted sub-soil moisture.  A reporter from Western 
Wyoming noted that it was pretty dry last week with cool nights and warm days.  
A reporter from South Central Wyoming commented that it continued to be dry and 
windy which has dried out pastures and stopped growth.  They also indicated that 
irrigation water is disappearing fast and the hay crop looks to be short.  A 
reporter from Southeast Wyoming indicated that summer range conditions exist.  
Another reporter from Southeast Wyoming indicated that moisture has been short 
and the days warm.  Stock water supplies across Wyoming were rated 4 percent 
very short, 5 percent short, 88 percent adequate, and 3 percent surplus.  
Alfalfa hay was rated 1 percent very poor, 8 percent poor, 16 percent fair, and 
75 percent good.  Alfalfa first cutting is 63 percent complete.  All prices 
dollars per ton FOB stack in large square bales and rounds, unless otherwise 
noted.  Most horse hay sold in small squares.  Prices are from the most recent 
reported sales. 

Eastern Wyoming 
  Alfalfa
   Large Squares: Supreme 140.00; Premium 125.00; Fair 110.00.
   Round Bales: Fair 100.00.
   No reported quotes for other classes of hay.

Central and Western Wyoming
  Alfalfa
   Large Squares: Fair 115.00.
  Alfalfa/Orchard Grass
   Small Squares: Premium 190.00.
  Grass
   Small Squares: Premium 155.00. 
   No reported quotes for other classes of hay. 

Western Nebraska
  Alfalfa
   Large Squares: Utility 115.00.
   Ground and Delivered: 135.00.
   No reported quotes for other classes of hay.

Western South Dakota
  Alfalfa
   Large Squares: Premium 140.00.
   Mid Squares: Supreme 155.00, Old Crop 150.00; Premium 142.50.
  Alfalfa/Grass Mix
   Mid Squares: Premium 155.00.
  Wheat Hay
   Large Round: Good 80.00-110.00.