Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
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A nice grass-mix hay; when shopping for hay, cut open several bales
so you can see, smell, and feel any undesirable heating; the hay on the left might cost
twice as much as the hay on the right, but it is probably ten times better for your
horse.Althoughpriceisnotalwaysanindicatorofquality,itdoesnotpaytoskimpon
hay quality. The hay in the bottom picture has been baled with a lot of thistle, which
some horses will not eat: try to buy weed-free hay whenever possible.
Hay varieties and characteristics
PURCHASING HAY
You can purchase hay by the bale at your local feed store, which is fine in a pinch but is the
most expensive option. If you purchase your hay directly from the hay grower, you may
