U.S. hay acreage is continuing its long-term downward trend, and the drought out West isn’t helping things. Gary Crawford has the story.
South Canada Livestock Producers Could See Winter Hay Shortage
Some cattle producers in Canada could face a hay shortage this winter. Saskatchewan ranchers looking for local feed this winter might have a difficult time, but other provinces saw near-record hay production. Commodity News Service Canada reports localized shortages will prompt producers to find other sources. However, how soon depends on how much hay they have stockpiled. Also, lower-quality grain …