Forage Crops

Ralco and AGCO partner to deliver precision forage preservation with BaleMax and DryMax.

Two companies partner on forage preservation

September 16, 2025
By HPJ Staff

An alfalfa field in early-mid September (Sept. 10), just starting to get into the "no cut" window. At this stage it may be enticing to harvest but either waiting till we are closer to the frost

When should I take my final alfalfa cutting?

September 15, 2025
By Shelby Gurss │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

A tractor is towing a merger on a cut alfalfa (hay) field. (iStock │ #477657325 - BanksPhotos)

Learn, network and grow: Southeast Nebraska Alfalfa and Wheat Expo returns Sept. 19

September 15, 2025
By Nebraska Extension

Green wheat field. (Adobe Stock │ #316126124 - irissca)

Daily Cash Bids Sept. 8

September 12, 2025
By Tracy Shinogle

Green wheat field. (Adobe Stock │ #316126124 - irissca)

Fall is prime time to establish cool-season forages

September 10, 2025
By University of Missouri Extension

Producers can reduce hay loss with proper storage, says University of Missouri Extension specialist Charles Ellis. (Photo courtesy of Kyle Spradley, MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.)

Area Hay Prices September 6, 2025

September 9, 2025
By HPJ Staff

Rain in late May and early June delayed alfalfa harvest for many producers in southwest Kansas. The first cutting like pictured in this field will likely go for grinding hay due to the excess moisture. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Hay demand light, steady prices in Kansas

September 9, 2025
By HPJ Staff

Producers can reduce hay loss with proper storage, says University of Missouri Extension specialist Charles Ellis. (Photo courtesy of Kyle Spradley, MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.)

State-By-State Hay Summary

September 9, 2025
By HPJ Staff