Wyoming Hay Summary

Week ending May 08, 2020

   Compared to last week baled hay, alfalfa cubes and sun-cured pellets 
steady. Some cattlemen getting hay shipped in from out of state. Some 
contacts stated few, buyers forfeited there down payment and have refused 
to take the loads small squares of hay. Crop progress report from NASS 
for week ending May 3, Barley planted 89% compared to last year of 85% 
and 5 yr ave of 83%. Emerged 58% compared to last year 52 percent. Corn 
planted 25% compared to last year 8% and 5 yr ave of 20%. Winter wheat 
jointed 10% compared to last year 7% and behind 5 yr ave of 13%. “All 
prices are dollars per ton FOB the field or hay barn unless otherwise 
noted.” 

Eastern Wyoming 
Alfalfa: Good large squares 140.00. Sun-cured alfalfa pellets 15 percent 
protein 255.00. 
   
Western Wyoming
Alfalfa: Premium small squares 185.00-190.00. Alfalfa/Orchard grass: 
Premium small squares 185.00. Certified weed seed free alfalfa cubes bulk 
260.00, 50 lbs bags 300.00. 

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