>From Hay and Forage Grower magazine. Midwest Hay Prices Head North
Compared to year-earlier levels, hay prices in the Upper Midwest ticked steadily upward during the first half of 2008, reports University of Wisconsin extension educator Ken Barnett in the July 4 edition of the "Weekly Hay Market Demand and Price Report for the Upper Midwest." For the period Jan. 1-June 30, Barnett notes small square bale prices were 51% higher overall in 2008 compared to 2007. Prime hay increased by 33%, grade one by 60% and grade two by 61%. Over the same time period, large square bales were 51% higher overall. Prime hay increased by 26%, grade one by 71% and grade two by 56%. Large round bales were 74% higher overall. Prime hay increased by 68%, grade one by 72% and grade two by 82%. When all bale types and qualities were combined, Barnett says the overall increase in hay price was 59%. ________________ Judy http://iceryder.net http://clickryder.com
