HAY LOSS COMPARISON CHART
Please
note that the figures stated below are "estimate guidelines" given within a range for your comparison. Prices,
waste, feeding practices & hay types vary in individual operations, which can change the figures. Adjust accordingly.
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Bale Size
&
Weight
|
|
|
% of Loss
|
Dollar Loss
|
4'x4'x8' sq.
2,000 lbs.
3'x4'x8'
sq.
1,500 lbs.
3'x3'x8' sq.
1,000 lbs. |
$150/ton=.075¢/lb.
$200/ton=10¢/lb. |
|
1%-4% waste
depending on feeding
practice/feeder
|
.02% loss @ $150/ton=$3.00
.04% loss @ $200/ton=$8.00
|
4'x4'x8' sq.
2,000 lbs.
3'x4'x8'
sq.
1,500 lbs.
3'x3'x8' sq.
1,000 lbs, |
$150/ton=.075¢/lb.
$200/ton=.10¢/lb. |
|
20%-40% waste
depending on
weather conditions
|
20% loss @ $150/ton=$30.00
40% loss @ $200/ton=$80.00 |
|
|
|
Barn Manger
Turned Tire
Small Feeder |
1%-4% waste
depending on
feeder & practice
|
.02% loss @ $250/ton=$5.00
.04% loss @ $250/ton=$10.00
|
Large Round
1,500-1,700 lbs. |
|
|
20%-40% waste
depending
on hay type
|
20% loss @ $125/ton=$25.00
40% loss @ $125/ton=$50.00
|
|
Large Round
1,500-1,700 lbs.
|
$125/ton
.0625¢/lb.
|
The Round Bale Box
|
1%-4% waste
depending on
hay type
|
.02% loss @ $125/ton=$2.50
.04% loss @ $125/ton=$5.00
|
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It is difficult to factor in all aspects of the hay market from alfalfa, grass, protein
content, cuttings, cubes, and etc. However, you can see the outline of cost and then calculate for
your operation. With the small square bale's availability along with labor, this factors in as
many hay producers are turning to the large square bale because of economics.
