Washington-Oregon (Columbia Basin) Weekly Hay Report

Tons:  9400    Last Week:  10,200    Last Year:  5070  

   Compared to last Friday, all grades of export Alfalfa firm. Trade moderate 
this week as export buyers remained aggressive. Local dairies aren’t willing to 
compete with exporters. Exporters are looking for non-rained on 4th. Demand remains 
moderate to good on Alfalfa. Most 4th cutting isn’t testing for dairy quality. Feed 
store/retail steady. 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         2000 206.00-210.00 208.00     Export        
      Good            6200 190.00-205.00 202.10     Export        
                      1000 160.00-160.00 160.00     Rain Damage   

  Orchard Grass                                                   
    Small Square                                                  
      Premium          100 230.00-230.00 230.00     Retail/Stable 

  Timothy Grass                                                   
    Small Square                                                  
      Premium          100 225.00-225.00 225.00     Retail/Stable 

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