ECONOMIC COMPARISON OF HAY STORAGE METHODS
Computer Generated Presentation with Script
Brian Beer
Area Livestock Agent
Clemson Cooperative Extension Service, Clemson University
LANCASTER
Team Members:
Beer, B1
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Area Livestock Agent, Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service, Lancaster, South Carolina, 29720
Abstract
The presentation, “Economic Comparison of Hay Storage Methods” was developed for use by the author at two, regional Bermudagrass Hay Production Workshops held in August 2016. The intent was to examine the cost of lost hay due to storage method, the cost of different storage methods, and determine the economic viability of changing hay storage methods and reducing hay loss. The author reviewed publications from the University of Georgia and University of Tennessee and adopted content for this presentation. Hay producers that stored hay for future use was the primary audience. In addition to Bermudagrass Hay Production Workshops, this presentation was used by the author at four, county level beef cattle educational meetings, and at a Regional Equine Workshop. This presentation was viewed by approximately 125 hay producers, cattle producers, and equine owners in South Carolina. Content of this presentation was also modified and included in the article How Much Does Your Hay Storage Cost? for Clemson Extension’s Livestock and Forage Program Team Statewide Newsletter, CU in the Pasture. The newsletter is electronically distributed to approximately 1050 people. Survey of producers at hay production workshops showed an increase in knowledge of all subjects discussed, including economic impact of hay storage methods.
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