by ep | May 18, 2026 | Forage Baler
Equipment Finance Guide Hay Equipment Financing: Loan, Lease, and Section 179 Guide Most hay producers focus entirely on the equipment price and the monthly payment — two numbers that together tell very little about the true annual cost of equipment ownership. The...
by ep | May 18, 2026 | Forage Baler
Pre-Season Readiness Guide Round Baler Pre-Season Setup: Inspection and Calibration Guide The four weeks before first cutting are the only time you can inspect, measure, and repair the baler without production pressure — without a cut field drying in the sun and a...
by ep | May 18, 2026 | Forage Baler
Baler-Tractor Matching Guide Hay Baler Tractor Compatibility: HP, PTO, and Hitch Requirements A round baler paired with a tractor that is too small produces preventable damage — engine lug in heavy windrows, PTO drive system overload events, and chronic under-density...
by ep | May 18, 2026 | Forage Baler
Hay Production Decision Guide Hay Drying Weather: Forecasts and Cutting Window Planning The single most consequential hay production decision is the cutting window — when to mow relative to the weather that follows. Cut into a reliable 4-day window and the crop...
by ep | May 18, 2026 | Forage Baler
Bale Logistics Guide Round Bale Handling: Transport Equipment, Spears, and Carriers Every handling event between the baler and the feedbunk is an opportunity for DM loss, silage film puncture, or physical damage that reduces bale value. A well-designed handling system...
by ep | May 18, 2026 | Forage Baler
Alfalfa Management Guide Alfalfa Cutting Frequency: Yield, Quality, and Stand Longevity Cutting frequency is the most consequential annual management decision in alfalfa production. Cut too infrequently and you leave high-quality hay days past peak and forfeit RFV...
