Arizona Forage Producers Association Weblog

Wednesday, June 18, 2003

Production Update: Leaf distribution in bales: Leaves are not necessarily evenly distributed in hay bales. In small balers, leaves tend to settle to the bottom of the bale chamber producing a bale with more leaves near the bottom than the top. In some large square balers, leaves may be distributed toward the outside of the bale. Thus, it is important to consider leaf distribution in a bale when sampling for hay quality.

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California Alfalfa & Forage Association Western Farm Press A civil rights organization may seem like an unlikely source for agriculture to look to for advice on defending its turf to combat inaccurate information or change perceptions based on a lack of knowledge.
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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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