FROM THE WIRE · FRI 23 OCT 2026 · TUESDAYS 06:00 CT
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This Week's US Hay Market
| Region | Grade | Avg / ton | WoW |
|---|---|---|---|
Rock Valley, Iowa Alfalfa |
PREMIUM/SUPREME | $250.00 | ▲ +0.1% |
California, Southeast Alfalfa |
GOOD | $202.00 | ▼ −1.7% |
Iowa Alfalfa/Grass Mix |
PREMIUM | $181.00 | ▼ −24.6% |
Shipshewana, Indiana Alfalfa/Grass Mix |
GOOD | $235.00 | ▲ +3.7% |
Topeka, Indiana Alfalfa/Grass Mix |
GOOD | $224.00 | ▲ +2.1% |
SRC : USDA AMS · RUN : FRI 23 OCT 14:13 CT
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