Is grinding hay worth it?

Is grinding hay worth it?

There are some misconceptions that grinding forages will increase forages quality. This is not true. In some grinding situations, quality may decrease, especially if the hay is ground on a windy day. Grinding or processing hay in a bale processor is a method to increase consumption of low to medium quality forages.

How do you grind up hay?

Hay is ground in a special machine called a tub grinder, which shreds a round bale up into a finer material. Most farmers hire a custom operator to come grind every few weeks because these tub grinders are pretty expensive. They pile the ground hay and move it with a loader bucket.

What is a hay buster?

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What is a roto grinder?

The Roto Grind is a durable, simple, versatile grinder that handles all types of forage, wet or dry as well as ear corn, shelled corn and small grains (with attachments) either high moisture or dry. Also know as Hay grinders, Straw grinders, Grain grinders, Tub grinders, hay processors, and Livestock feeding equipment.

Can you grind hay with a wood chipper?

A bedding chopper cuts with knives that run against the solid bale, so the hay stays dense while it is being cut. The wood chipper can only handle it if you feed it through in loose handfuls, and it never really gets a good engagement against the knife.

What does a haybuster do?

Processing the bale removes any mold or dust in the outer layer and mixes with the other hay, making that hay more palatable for your cattle. You also save material and time while bedding your cows. The processor lays out a nice blanket of straw that will get fully used.

How can we reduce hay consumption?

5 tips for reducing hay use

1. Have a plan for year-round grazing.
2. Change your calving season to a less demanding time of year.
3. Make sure your cattle match your environment and climatic conditions.
4. Manage all of your pasture and rangeland more intensively.
5. Change range use from summer grazing to winter grazing.

How much is a tub grinder?

Capital costs for a typical 12-foot tub grinder with a capacity of 500-650 horsepower range between $300,000 – $375,000. These grinders can process between 100-250 yards/hr. Chipper applications: at 25 to 50 cubic yards per hour; capital cost: $10,000 to $40,000 (with replacement blades at approximately $70 to $200).