Hay Report
The Australian Fodder Industry Association (AFIA) researches and delivers a Hay Report to Dairy Australia 40 times per year.
AFIA recognises the importance of fodder/supplementary feed to our livestock sectors. Our years of experience help us measure the impact that seasonal conditions, such as drought and fire, can have on the supply and price of fodder – and the flow-on effects this has to critical farm business decisions across the country.
Our Hay Report aims to place ‘real time’ data in the hands of farmers to support informed decision-making to drive sustainable on-farm profits.
The Hay Report is a partnership between Dairy Australia and the Australian Fodder Industry Association, produced by AFIA under contract for DA.
For further information see: https://www.dairyaustralia.com.au/industry-reports/hay-grain
Latest
Hay Report – 07 March 2025
Read the full report here. Until Tropical Cyclone Alfred passes, and the extent of damage is known across southern Qld and northern NSW, it is hard to know if the damage will impact fodder pricing – either up or down. Damaged product from the cyclone could reduce the sale price. Tropical Cyclone...
Past Reports
Hay Report – 28 February 2025
READ THE FULL REPORT HERE. Demand for straw nationally is pushing pricing up across all regions. Some farmers are taking advantage of the need for...
Hay Report – 21 February 2025
READ THE FULL REPORT HERE. Prolonged dry weather dominates Southwest Victoria, Central SA , and Southwest WA, with some areas seeing no substantial...
Hay Report – 14 February 2025
READ THE FULL REPORT HERE. National Summary High freight costs impact several regions, with transport costs adding up to $90/t for hay. Demand for...
Hay Report – 07 February 2025
READ THE FULL REPORT HERE. Farmers are experiencing higher demand for vetch over lucerne hay. Previous cereal hay customers are also beginning to...