With hay supplies dwindling, K-State Research and Extension experts ask you to consider how hay is being fed.

 

Wildcat District Livestock Production Agent Wendie Powell says a traditional hay ring without a skirt can result in 15 - 18% waste.

 

Powell says a better solution is a cone-style hay ring to reduce waste.

 

Powell also says not to unroll bales unless you have newborns on the ground. In addition, she says to only put one bale at a time out since having multiple bales available causes waste to skyrocket.  If you have questions on how to reduce waste in your operation, the Wildcat District Extension agents are happy to help. You can contact them here.