by ep | Jun 2, 2026 | Forage Baler
Hay Quality — Field Moisture Management Hay Moisture for Baling: Testing Methods and Target Ranges Moisture at baling is the production decision that determines whether hay stores safely, tests accurately, and delivers the quality the forage test promised. Every crop...
by ep | Jun 2, 2026 | Forage Baler
Bale Specifications Reference Guide Round Bale Weight: Size, Density, and What Buyers Expect Most hay price negotiations use an estimated bale weight that neither party has actually measured. A 4×5 bale of alfalfa at 12 lbs per cubic foot weighs roughly 880 lbs; the...
by ep | Jun 2, 2026 | Forage Baler
Alfalfa Stand Management — Renovation and Replanting Alfalfa Stand Renovation: When to Replant and How to Reseed An established alfalfa stand represents $250–$600 per acre in seed and establishment investment — making the decision to renovate, tolerate, or terminate...
by ep | Jun 2, 2026 | Forage Baler
Baler Drive System — Service and Repair Round Baler Gearbox: Maintenance, Service, and Repair Guide The round baler gearbox receives less maintenance attention than any other drivetrain component — yet gearbox failure costs $800–$3,500 in parts plus 2–4 days of...
by ep | Jun 2, 2026 | Forage Baler
Hay Business Startup Guide 2026 How to Start a Hay Business: Equipment, Costs, and Markets The U.S. hay market exceeds $12 billion annually — and the most profitable operations often started on 50–150 acres with used equipment and one confirmed buyer. Profitability...
