South West WA
20 May 2020
Date | WA 23 | WA 22 | WA 5YA |
---|---|---|---|
06-Jan-23 | 280 | 275 | 281 |
13-Jan-23 | 283 | 275 | 283 |
20-Jan-23 | 293 | 275 | 283 |
27-Jan-23 | 293 | 275 | 283 |
03-Feb-23 | 293 | 275 | 283 |
10-Feb-23 | 293 | 275 | 288 |
17-Feb-23 | 298 | 275 | 288 |
24-Feb-23 | 303 | 275 | 288 |
03-Mar-23 | 303 | 275 | 289 |
10-Mar-23 | 303 | 275 | 288 |
17-Mar-23 | 306 | 225 | 280 |
24-Mar-23 | 308 | 225 | 280 |
31-Mar-23 | 308 | 225 | 280 |
07-Apr-23 | 308 | 225 | 280 |
14-Apr-23 | 308 | 225 | 280 |
21-Apr-23 | 308 | 225 | 280 |
28-Apr-23 | 308 | 225 | 277 |
05-May-23 | 310 | 225 | 277 |
12-May-23 | 313 | 225 | 277 |
19-May-23 | 315 | 225 | 277 |
26-May-23 | 320 | 225 | 277 |
02-Jun-23 | 323 | 225 | 277 |
09-Jun-23 | 323 | 230 | 282 |
16-Jun-23 | 321 | 235 | 288 |
23-Jun-23 | 318 | 235 | 288 |
30-Jun-23 | 313 | 235 | 288 |
07-Jul-23 | 308 | 235 | 288 |
14-Jul-23 | 303 | 235 | 288 |
21-Jul-23 | 298 | 235 | 288 |
28-Jul-23 | 293 | 235 | 288 |
04-Aug-23 | 288 | 255 | 292 |
11-Aug-23 | 288 | 255 | 292 |
18-Aug-23 | 288 | 255 | 292 |
25-Aug-23 | 288 | 255 | 289 |
01-Sep-23 | 288 | 255 | 289 |
08-Sep-23 | 255 | 289 | |
15-Sep-23 | 255 | 289 | |
22-Sep-23 | 255 | 289 | |
29-Sep-23 | 255 | 289 | |
06-Oct-23 | 255 | 289 | |
13-Oct-23 | 255 | 287 | |
20-Oct-23 | 258 | 288 | |
27-Oct-23 | 258 | 288 | |
03-Nov-23 | 258 | 303 | |
10-Nov-23 | 258 | 303 | |
17-Nov-23 | 263 | 299 | |
24-Nov-23 | 268 | 297 | |
01-Dec-23 | 268 | 295 | |
08-Dec-23 | 268 | 295 | |
15-Dec-23 | 273 | 296 | |
22-Dec-23 | 273 | 299 | |
29-Dec-23 | 278 | 301 |
Notes:
Change in price is the change since the last report. Hay quoted is sourced and delivered locally, GST exclusive unless stated otherwise. It should be noted that local prices quoted may not be the cheapest available, sourcing it from another region may be more affordable, and buyers are encouraged to evaluate all options. Prices are indicative to a mid-range shedded product, and based on the best indication of market value at the time of reporting. It should be noted there is a wide variation in quality of hay, prices for a mid-range product will not reflect the weighted average of trade. Prices will naturally vary based on the product quantity and quality, buyer/seller relationship and the size of the trade.The hay report has been commissioned by Dairy Australia to provide an independent and timely assessment of hay markets in each dairy region. This report is created using data provided by the Australian Fodder Industry Association (AFIA). It should be remembered that actual prices may vary for quality or other reasons. Whilst all reasonable steps have been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this report, Dairy Australia disclaims all liability to the fullest extent permitted by Australian law for any inadvertent errors and for any losses or damages stemming from reliance upon its content. Dairy Australia recommends all persons seek independent advice and, where appropriate, advice from a qualified advisor before making any decisions about changes to business strategy.
Commentary
- Rainfall during autumn has been supportive of growth, however, colder night temperatures have been impeding this. This may increase demand for fodder over the next few months. Some drier conditions in the past week but 10mm of rain is forecast for the coming week. Good conditions expected for hay production.
- In the Bunbury region pastures paddocks have been seeded and growers are now waiting on rain.
- Increasing fuel and input prices and ongoing labour shortages remain an issue of concern.
- International markets are offering high prices for canola, wheat and barley. Pulse sales into India are expected to increase and ongoing world market impacts from poor crop seasons in competing grain production countries will keep a focus on grain rather than hay production across WA.
- Monitoring for mice activity remains a recommendation. It is recommended where mouse control is required growers spread bait during seeding https://grdc.com.au/resources-and-publications/resources/mouse-management.
- Hay is being fed out, so enquiries are steadily increasing and reasonable sales are expected.
- Shortage of good quality pasture hay so prices are remaining strong for quality varietal pasture hay. Cheaper prices for older, lower quality/paddock clean up hay as growers try to move it off farm.
- No changes to prices.
- Cereal hay: +/-0 ($200 to $250/t). Price remains steady.
- Lucerne hay: +/-0 ($450 to $490/t). Small bales selling reasonably well. Price remains steady.
- Straw: +/-0 ($100 to $120/t). Price remains steady
- Pasture hay: +/-0 ($160 to $180/t). Price remains steady for good quality varietal pasture hay.
- Please note: Unless stated otherwise, prices are per tonne, sourced and delivered locally. The price range indicated is for feeds of varying quality with the price range generally indicative of quality of feed. We recommend feed testing and viewing of fodder before purchase to be sure of the quality of feed.