Friday, December 7, 2018

Washington-Oregon (Columbia Basin) Weekly Hay Report

Tons:  11,350    Last Week:  28,600    Last Year:  3100  

   Compared to last Friday, all grades of Alfalfa for export and domestic steady. 
Trade active with good demand as more interest was shown by exporters and feeder 
hay buyers. Exporters are buying fully wrapped hay. Feeder hay is scarce. Larger 
alfalfa farms in Saudi Arabia will not be able to use water for irrigation starting 
in mid-December, according to sources, which has spurred more demand for West Coast 
alfalfa hay. Retail/Feed store firm in a light test.  All prices are dollars per 
ton and FOB the farm or ranch unless otherwise stated. Delivered prices include 
freight, commissions and other expenses. 

                          Tons       Price       Wt. Avg    Comments
  Alfalfa                                                           
    Mid Square                                                      
      Premium/Supreme      800   200.00-210.00   205.31     Tarped  
      Good              10,225   180.00-180.00   180.00     Export  
                           225   150.00-165.00   158.33     Tarped  

  Alfalfa/Orchard Mix                                               
    Small Square                                                    
      Premium              100   260.00-260.00   260.00     Retail/Stable     

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