Carson Roberts is the state forage specialist with University of Missouri Extension. He said to increase profits and incentivize more supply, costs need to fall. “The low hanging fruit? Hay,” he said.

Historically low cattle numbers and strong demand should provide support for cattle markets in 2026, livestock marketing ...

During the cold winter when pastures contain scant forage, hay is the typical diet for cattle, horses, sheep and goats. Next to pasture, good quality hay is the ideal feed. However, there are ...

Colorado River water fills the furrows of a farm field in Blythe, Calif., where growers have been leaving some fields dry in exchange for cash payments to help conserve water. (Luis Sinco / Los ...

Livestock producers are sweating, and it’s more than just the heat of summer, says Katie Neuner, University of Missouri Extension field specialist in agricultural business. Hay shortages caused by ...