Washington-Oregon (Columbia Basin) Weekly Hay Report

Tons:  4800    Last Week:  1290    Last Year:  4200          

   Compared to last Friday, Alfalfa steady in a light test. Trade slow 
this week with light to moderate demand. Demand remains good for feeder 
hay.  Retail/Feedstore not tested this week.  All prices are dollars per 
ton and FOB the farm or ranch unless otherwise stated. 

                     Tons      Price      Wtd Avg    Comments
  Alfalfa                                                          
    Mid Square                                                     
      Good            700  140.00-140.00  140.00     Tarped        
      Fair           1000  125.00-125.00  125.00     Rain Damage   
                      500  125.00-125.00  125.00     Tarped        

  Alfalfa                                                          
    Small Square                                                   
      Good            400  165.00-165.00  165.00     Export        

  Wheat Straw                                                      
    Mid Square                                                     
      Good           2200   42.00-58.00    43.45