The plastic wrap costs $80/roll. Two rolls can wrap 70 bales in 5-6 layers of plastic. Plastic caps are placed at the ends of the row of wrapped bales. Plastic and end caps cost ~$2.43/bale.
How much does a rolled bale of hay cost?
Hay Quality Bale Type
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Prime Large Square
Large Round $195
Grade 1 Small Square
Large Square $177
How many bales come in a roll of wraps?
You should get about 14-15 bales out of a 5000ft 70inch roll. The bigger you make the bale yes you will use more wrap on a bigger bale but if you calculate cost per cubic ft it goes down.Jul 22, 2013
Is wrapping hay worth it?
Wrapping dry hay allows farmers to protect feed from the weather without building more structures. If the hay is in string-tied bales and to be stored outside, then a couple turns of plastic may be an economic advantage, as long as the gain due to reduced storage losses outweighs the loss in increased expense.Apr 11, 2012
What is used to tie hay bales?
Baler Knots. According to Brent Miller, AGCO technical service trainer for hay equipment, most producers simply use a square knot for joining balls of twine. ... Since sisal twine is generally larger in diameter than plastic, the tension will need to be adjusted when going from one to the other.”
What are round hay bales wrapped in?
Plastic wrap
Does wrapped hay mold?
A 1-2 inch layer of white mold may develop on the outside of each bale, but any losses associated would be far less than unwrapped outside stored hay. Wrapping hay that is higher in moisture than about 20% will mold more significantly.
How long does a wrapped round bale last?
One round bale lasts about 8-10 days using our regular round bale hay net with 1.75" holes. Without a net, a bale lasts approximately 5-6 days and half of it is wasted. Once the hay hits the ground, it gets urinated and defecated on or they use it as a bed and refuse to eat it.
How long do wrapped silage bales last?
In general, forages baled at 40-60% moisture will maintain feed value for about 12 months as long as the integrity of the plastic is maintained. However, even where the forage was baled at the appropriate moisture level and the plastic has minimal holes, it is good practice to feed baleage bales within 9 months.Feb 27, 2019
What is the purpose of hay rolls?
They do shed water as well as net or plastic wrapped bales. Moisture increases the likelihood of spoilage and decreases the nutritional valuae of the hay. A woven plastic material called net wrap is often preferred over twine, especially by farmers who need to store hay outside.Feb 23, 2018
What are the round rolls of hay called?
Balers that produce the large round bales you see dotting the countryside are the most common type of balers available today. These balers produce what are referred to as ton bales. These bales of hay can weigh up to 1,500 pounds.
What are hay rolls?
Farmers and ranchers use hay to feed cattle, horses, sheep and other livestock. ... Other factors, however, such as farm size, equipment, weather and budget will determine how the hay will be collected and stored. The two most common options are large round bales, also called rolls, and small square bales.Dec 28, 2018