Round Baler Wear Parts Replacement Guide: Belts, Tines, Knives, Bearings, and Chains — When to Inspect and When to Replace

by ep | May 13, 2026 | Forage Baler

Round Baler Maintenance Reference Round Baler Wear Parts: When to Inspect, When to Replace, and What to Keep in Stock Unplanned baler breakdowns during the hay season are rarely caused by random mechanical failures. They are almost always caused by wear that was...

Hay Crop Insurance for U.S. Forage Producers: PRF, WFRP, and Pasture Coverage Compared

by ep | May 13, 2026 | Forage Baler

Forage Producer Financial Guide Hay Crop Insurance for U.S. Forage Producers: PRF, WFRP, and Pasture Coverage Compared Hay and forage crops are among the most weather-sensitive agricultural commodities, yet forage insurance participation rates remain lower than for...

Alfalfa Cutting Frequency and Stand Life: How Harvest Timing Affects Root Carbohydrate Reserves

by ep | May 13, 2026 | Forage Baler

Alfalfa Agronomy Guide Alfalfa Cutting Frequency and Stand Life: How Harvest Timing Affects Root Carbohydrate Reserves Cutting alfalfa too frequently depletes the root carbohydrate reserves that fuel regrowth and winter survival, reducing stand life from 8 years to 3...

Straw Baling Guide: Wheat, Barley, and Oat Straw Moisture Targets, Baler Settings, and Market Applications

by ep | May 13, 2026 | Forage Baler

Specialty Crop Baling Guide Straw Baling Guide: Wheat, Barley, and Oat Straw Moisture Targets, Baler Settings, and Market Applications Straw is the most forgiving baling crop for moisture — but the most unforgiving for density uniformity. Getting the baler settings...

Round Baler Roller Bearings: Inspection Intervals, Heat Testing, and Replacement Before Failure

by ep | May 13, 2026 | Forage Baler

Baler Drivetrain Maintenance Guide Round Baler Roller Bearings: Inspection Intervals, Heat Testing, and Replacement Before Failure A round baler’s belt-drive rollers rotate continuously at 540 PTO RPM for hundreds of hours per season. The bearings that support...