Arizona Forage Producers Association Weblog

Monday, March 31, 2003

Southern California: FOB Barn/Stack: 9,200 Tons Delivered: 1,740 Compared to last week, comparable sales steady to weak. Drier conditions are predicted through the area making for a more ideal hay production scenario. Decreased confirmed movement into delivered areas partly due to buyers weighting for higher quality offerings. Retail and stable hay sales mostly steady on comparable sales. Demand moderate with light supply.
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"Forages return more money directly to Arizona producers than any other crop, including cotton and produce. The value of all hay alone produced in Arizona was $183 million in 2001(according to USDA figures), about twice value as much as cotton, while farmers themselves realize only a minor portion of the value of the produce crop. The value of our silage crops adds to the Arizona forage total value. And, forage production is increasing! I urge every Arizona forage producer to give this new organization your support with both membership and participation. Go get a neighbor to join up, too. Let's take charge of our futures by defining our products, supporting common objectives and sharing information." -- Lee Banning President

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