Arizona Forage Producers Association Weblog

Friday, May 16, 2003

9:02:52 AM    comment []

Southern California: FOB Barn/Stack: 24,510 Tons Delivered: 7,850 Compared to last week, Supreme Alfalfa not tested in southern desert, in Antelope Valley steady in limited test. Premium Alfalfa steady to weak. Demand moderate, supply moderate to good. Fair and Good Alfalfa steady in light test, demand light, supplies light however as the weather continues to change more will be produced. Various forage mixed hay being produced in Antelope Valley this past week and should be in the bale next week. Retail and stable hay steady on new crop, old crop production being discounted.
8:43:50 AM    comment []

"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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