Spontaneous combustion in stored hay occurs when internal heat builds up to the point of ignition as a result of microbial activity and chemical reactions. Unlike fires caused by lightning or ...

Challenging weather conditions in the Northeast and Midwest have made it difficult to put up dry hay. “Wet soils, humid conditions and frequent rains have not been conducive to adequately drying hay,” ...

HEBER — A fire erupted at El Toro Cattle Feed & Co. in Heber on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 10, raising concern among residents already shaken by a previous fire at a nearby home earlier this summer.

On July 3, Jeff Petersen was cutting and drying hay under a sunny San Saba, Texas, sky, anticipating a Fourth of July celebration the following day with family and friends. “We were rolling up and ...

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Even with hay under cover, it’s easy to overlook how much its nutritional value can degrade over time. Moisture, temperature swings and how the hay is baled and stacked all affect feed quality. Just ...

Hay is a staple feed for livestock in the southern USA, providing protein, energy, and fiber. It has been a tough year for good hay production and producers are trying to utilize any possible ...

Managing hay is a fundamental aspect of agriculture, ensuring livestock receive nutritious feed year-round. Effective hay production involves understanding harvest timing, employing advanced ...

With extremely limited kitchen counter space in my New York City apartment, I had a few non-negotiables for a dish rack or mat. It had to be easy to store and have a small footprint, plus be easy to ...

Last week was not great for drying hay — needed more sunshine. Wasn't until the weekend that we could get hay dry enough to bale that we had mowed Monday and Tuesday. Hopefully we will get the third ...