Hay

Donated hay is helping livestock producers recover from widespread pasture losses.
John Deere showcases hands-free baling technology at Farm Progress Show, designed to reduce operator activity, fatigue, and unnecessary movement.
The new option could provide stronger protection when forage losses coincide with higher replacement feed costs.
The annual competition encourages high-quality forage production across the state.
Rebecca Newburn said her SAE has strengthened her leadership and business management skills.
State officials say documenting losses will be critical as producers begin the recovery process.
Robert and Sid Prescott say weather swings have turned the 2026 growing season into a daily challenge.
The Echols family of Downsville is racing against the weather during hay season, harvesting ryegrass silage before incoming rain moves into the area.
Dry conditions are already showing up in pastures across the region this April.
Nearly 50,000 cattle impacted as producers search for feed and recovery options