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Central SA


Date C SA 23 C SA 22 C SA 5YA
06-Jan-23 328 200 235
13-Jan-23 333 200 237
20-Jan-23 338 210 243
27-Jan-23 348 210 240
03-Feb-23 353 210 239
10-Feb-23 358 210 241
17-Feb-23 361 210 244
24-Feb-23 363 210 246
03-Mar-23 368 210 241
10-Mar-23 368 210 236
17-Mar-23 366 215 237
24-Mar-23 363 215 237
31-Mar-23 363 210 236
07-Apr-23 363 210 238
14-Apr-23 364 210 245
21-Apr-23 365 210 245
28-Apr-23 365 210 230
05-May-23 365 210 231
12-May-23 363 210 232
19-May-23 360 210 232
26-May-23 358 205 232
02-Jun-23 358 210 233
09-Jun-23 348 210 238
16-Jun-23 347 210 244
23-Jun-23 345 210 245
30-Jun-23 340 210 245
07-Jul-23 335 210 245
14-Jul-23 333 218 261
21-Jul-23 330 225 262
28-Jul-23 330 225 266
04-Aug-23 320 225 274
11-Aug-23 320 225 279
18-Aug-23 318 225 295
25-Aug-23 315 225 295
01-Sep-23 315 228 302
08-Sep-23 228 312
15-Sep-23 228 303
22-Sep-23 228 291
29-Sep-23 228 263
06-Oct-23 228 246
13-Oct-23 228 241
20-Oct-23 228 242
27-Oct-23 228 244
03-Nov-23 228 244
10-Nov-23 228 246
17-Nov-23 250 246
24-Nov-23 290 254
01-Dec-23 295 259
08-Dec-23 300 262
15-Dec-23 305 260
22-Dec-23 315 266
29-Dec-23 324 272

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

  • Very little rainfall in the region this week, with falls of less than 5mm of rain on the Fleurieu Peninsula and surrounding areas, and no rain recorded elsewhere in the region. Dry sunny conditions for most days.

  • Pastures in the region remain green, though the northern parts are beginning to feel a little dry according to some comments. However, subsoil moisture is still looking good, and the grass is providing some green feed.

  • Hay producers in the region are feeling optimistic, with the expectation that the hay cutting will kick off in earnest in around 3-4 weeks. Hay sheds are showing plenty of empty space ready to be refilled from the next season.

  • As the grass continues to grow in the region, there is more silage being cut, as with most areas, mixed farming enterprises are keeping this on-farm, but some is making its way into the market and into local dairy farms.

  • Enquiries have remained high, but with local green feed and reasonable on-farm stores, most of the demand is originating from the drier parts of the country, especially into northern NSW and Queensland. The export market is also seeing a few hay trucks moving around.

  • No change to prices this week.

  • Cereal hay: +/-0 ($290 to $340/t). Prices remain steady this week.
  • Lucerne hay: +/-0 ($400 to $435/t). Prices remain steady this week.
  • Straw: +/-0 ($95 to $140/t). Prices remain steady this week.

  • 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.
































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