South Dakota Weekly Hay Summary

All prices per ton, unless noted, FOB the stack.

   Compared to last week:  Hay prices were steady to higher with very few sales reported.  Cooler temperatures and several inches of rain continue to deteriorate ground conditions and hay transportation.  Very good demand for all types of hay and bedding in this active market.  Corn planted in South Dakota at 25% with 2% emerged as of Monday; compared to 90% planted and 57% emerged on the 5 year average.  Soybeans planted in South Dakota at 6% with 1% emerged as of Monday; compared to 64% planted and 24% emerged on the 5 year average.  Pasture and range condition reported on Monday 14% Excellent, 58% Good, and 27% Fair.  Warmer temperatures and with light rain expected this weekend and next weekend.  All hay and straw sold by the ton FOB, unless otherwise noted.

East River:
   Alfalfa:  Premium: Large Squares, 200.00-240.00.  Good: Large Squares, 
180.00-190.00. Fair:  Large Squares, 150.00-160.00; Large Rounds, 140.00-
165.00.  Utility: Large Rounds, 115.00-128.00.

   Sun-cured Alfalfa pellets:  15 pct 240.00; 17 pct 250.00.  Alfalfa
Meal: 17 pct 255.00.

   Grass:  Good:  Large Rounds, 140.00-150.00.

   Alfalfa/Grass Mix: Good: Large Rounds, 150.00-175.00.

   Straw:  Large Rounds, 110.00; Large Squares 135.00-150.00. 

Corn Stalks: No Reported Sales.

  West River:
   Alfalfa:  No Reported Sales.

   Grass:  No Reported Sales.

   Alfalfa/Grass Mix:  No Reported Sales.

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