by ep | Jul 29, 2026 | Forage Baler
Alfalfa Quality Guide · Leaf Retention · All 9YF Models How to Reduce Hay Leaf Loss During Baling Alfalfa leaves contain 70–75% of the plant crude protein in a typical cutting. A 10% leaf loss reduces your hay crude protein by 6–7 percentage points — the difference...
by ep | Jul 29, 2026 | Forage Baler
Humidity Management Guide · Southeast Strategies · Hay Preservatives Baling Hay in High Humidity: Safety, Timing and Quality Guide High humidity during hay baling is not simply inconvenient — it directly affects the moisture content of bales, the quality that reaches...
by ep | Jul 29, 2026 | Forage Baler
Output and Capacity Guide · All 9YF Models · Real-World Figures How Many Bales Per Hour Can a Square Baler Produce? The most commonly cited baler output figures are theoretical maximums — useful for brochures but not for planning a baling day or season. This guide...
by ep | Jul 29, 2026 | Forage Baler
ROI Analysis · 2025 · All 9YF Models Is Buying a Hay Baler Worth It? Break-Even and ROI Analysis The standard analysis compares your annual custom baling cost against the annual cost of machine ownership and calculates the break-even point. But this analysis misses...
by ep | Jul 29, 2026 | Forage Baler
Reference Guide · All 9YF Models · Twine Selection and Management Square Baler Twine Complete Guide Twine is a consumable that most producers buy on price without fully understanding what separates adequate from problematic. The wrong twine grade for your bale weight...
by ep | Jul 29, 2026 | Forage Baler
Buyer Guide · Used Market · 25-Point Inspection Protocol Buying a Used Square Baler: 25-Point Inspection Checklist A used square baler is one of the riskiest farm equipment purchases per dollar spent — because the component that determines whether the machine ties...
