Tools & Resources for

Hay Season Decision-Making


Practical tools and insights for every stage of the hay season

Seasonal conditions don’t always follow the script. One year, a forecasted dry spring can turn wet overnight; another year, predicted rainfall might fail to arrive. Long-term forecasts are never perfect, and growers are often left making important decisions in uncertain conditions.

To help, we’ve brought together a suite of tools and resources designed to support confident decision-making throughout the hay season. Keep reading for market updates, practical guides, and insights to help you plan, prepare, and get the best results from your crop.

Tips for a profitable Hay Season Magazine

This annual resource brings together expert advice, industry insights, and grower information to support a successful season ahead.

Designed to help both growers and buyers plan with confidence and achieve the best results. This is an invaluable resource for planning your season.

    HAY v grain calculator

    Our Gross Margin Calculator helps you weigh your options as the season unfolds. 

    Compare hay and grain side by side, or independently, to see which will deliver the stronger return. In challenging years, especially with dry or frost, hay can often come out ahead.

    Having the numbers can help guide your decisions this season. 

      Hay v Grain Calculator

      The hay season ahead webinar

      For practical tips to help guide your season, watch our August Webinar which included:

        • The Feed Central & LocalAg connection
        • What buyers are looking for
        • New season services to support growers
        • Practical tips for a profitable hay season

      THE LATEST MARKET REPORT

      Stay up to date on the latest news in the hay market, how the season is progressing and the forecast for supply and demand over the coming months.

      Helpful Videos

      What Buyers Want

      TIPS FOR MAKING HAY

      Understanding the Feed Central & LocalAg connection