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Hay Bale Calculator

Calculate hay needs based on bale size, animal count, and feeding period.

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lbs/day
days
lbs

Round bale ~1200 lbs, small square ~50 lbs

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Tips & Best Practices

  • Round bales have 15-35% waste depending on feeder type.
  • Small square bales have 5-10% waste when fed in a rack.
  • Use hay rings or feeders to minimize waste from round bales.
  • Test hay quality to balance rations properly.

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