Hay is a grass that has been mown and dried for use as fodder.
How Much Does Hay Cost In South Africa
Average Price: R423.
Why is hay so expensive?
Drought, excessive rain, and a late spring hay harvest are causing prices to rise on hay.
The weather last year, over the winter of 2018-2019, and the wet end of winter this year are causing hay prices to soar, according to several sources.
How long can hay last?
If the hay was of good quality when harvested and stored in a dry place with sufficient airflow, hay is likely suitable for consumption for two to three years. Keep in mind that hay, even premium forage, loses much of its vitamin content in the first few months of storage.
How many hay bales does a cow eat?
Calculate Number of Bales Needed
Determine the number of bales of hay that each cow needs by dividing the cow’s yearly need by the adjusted weight of each bale.
For a cow needing 8,190 pounds of hay per year and a bale weight of 960 pounds, divide 8,190 by 960 for a yearly need of about 8.5 bales per cow.
Where do you store hay?
Protect valuable hay from the elements by storing it undercover in a building that doesn’t leak and has good ventilation.
Choose a building on an elevated, well-drained site. Hay is highly flammable, so you don’t want it overhead if your main barn catches fire.