Heuernteversicherung für US-amerikanische Futterproduzenten: Vergleich von PRF, WFRP und Weideversicherung

von Folge | Mai 13, 2026 | Futterballenpresse

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

von Folge | Mai 13, 2026 | Futterballenpresse

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

von Folge | Mai 13, 2026 | Futterballenpresse

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

von Folge | Mai 13, 2026 | Futterballenpresse

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...

Hay Market Pricing: How Elevators and Buyers Grade Baled Hay and What Each Quality Tier Pays

von Folge | Mai 13, 2026 | Futterballenpresse

Hay Marketing and Pricing Guide Hay Market Pricing: How Elevators and Buyers Grade Baled Hay and What Each Quality Tier Pays Hay is priced differently in every market channel — dairy elevators, horse hay buyers, beef operation direct sales, and export brokers all use...

Cutting Height, Blade Wear Diagnosis, and Seasonal Setup for U.S. Hay Operations

von Folge | Mai 12, 2026 | Futterballenpresse

Disc Mower Operating Guide Towed Disc Mower Operating Guide: Cutting Height, Blade Wear Diagnosis, and Full-Season Setup Getting consistent cut quality from a disc mower requires correct height settings, matched ground speed, and timely blade maintenance. This guide...