South Dakota Weekly Hay Summary

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

   Compared to last week:  Too few sales of any class of hay to make
market comparisons.  Demand moderate currently.  Cool, cloudy weather
this week is hampering the growth of alfalfa.  Producers that have 
normally begun their first cutting on Memorial Day weekend report that
alfalfa is not yet ready.  Rain in the forecast the next several days
before a warm up next week.  Area hay auctions continue to see large
offerings of lower quality hay.  All hay and straw sold by the ton FOB,
unless otherwise noted.

   Alfalfa:  Good:  Large Rounds, 120.00.  Fair:  Large Rounds,
115.00.

   Grass:  Premium:  Large Squares, 100.00 per bale.

   Corn Stalks:  Large Rounds, 55.00.

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