Washington-Oregon (Columbia Basin) Weekly Hay Report

Tons:  6130    Last Week:  2600    Last Year:  3100 

   Compared to last Friday, domestic and export 3rd, 4th and 5th cutting Alfalfa 
steady in a light test. Trade slow to moderate with light demand from exporters, 
more interest was shown from dairies this week. Most exporters reported they were 
off the market this week. High testing Alfalfa is in short supply. 4th and 5th 
cuttings are reportedly testing high on reduced yields. Retail/Feed store steady.  
All prices are dollars per ton and FOB the farm or ranch unless otherwise stated. 

                         Tons       Price       Wt. Avg    Comments
  Alfalfa                                                                
    Mid Square                                                           
      Supreme            3500   170.00-170.00   170.00     Export        
      Premium/Supreme    1150   185.00-200.00   192.83                   
      Utility             500   160.00-160.00   160.00     Export        

  Orchard Grass                                                          
    Small Square                                                         
      Premium             500   225.00-245.00   241.00     Retail/Stable 
      Fair/Good           125   180.00-180.00   180.00     Old Crop      

  Timothy Grass                                                          
    Small Square                                                         
      Premium             225   250.00-260.00   255.11     Retail/Stable 
      Good                130   180.00-180.00   180.00     Rain Damage   

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