All prices per ton, unless noted, FOB the stack. Compared to last week: All classes of hay remain steady, few reported sales however. Demand moderate for alfalfa, good for high quality grass hay to start calves on feed. 4th cutting of alfalfa taking place, drier weather finally and lower dew points up until midweek made for better curing conditions. High humidity returned on Thursday along with heavy dews and cloudy conditions kept cut hay from drying quickly. All hay and straw sold by the ton FOB, unless otherwise noted. East River: Alfalfa: Premium to Supreme: Large Squares, 200.00; Small Squares, 220.00 (6.50 per bale). Good: Large Rounds, 150.00-170.00. Fair: Large Squares, 150.00. Utility: Large Rounds, 90.00. Sun-cured Alfalfa pellets: 15 pct 185.00; 17 pct 190.00. Alfalfa Meal: 17 pct 195.00. Alfalfa/Grass Mix: No reported sales. Grass: Premium: Small Squares, 170.00 (5.00 per bale; Large Rounds, 140.00. Good: Large Rounds, 120.00. Fair: Large Rounds, 100.00. Straw: Large Squares, 120.00; Small Squares, 4.50 per bale. Cornstalks: No reported sales. West River: Alfalfa: No Reported Sales. Alfalfa/Grass Mix: No Reported Sales. Grass: No Reported Sales. Straw: No Reported Sales.
Friday, September 14, 2018
South Dakota Weekly Hay Summary
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