The Hay Harvest

The Hay Harvest is the process of collecting and drying grasses or plants, like alfalfa or clover, to use as animal feed. Farmers cut the plants when they are mature and then allow them to dry in the sun to reduce moisture content, preventing mold. Once sufficiently dried, the hay is gathered into bundles or biles and stored in barns or stacks for winter feeding. This practice is essential for maintaining livestock nutrition year-round, especially when fresh pasture is unavailable. Proper timing and drying are crucial to ensure high-quality hay that provides adequate nutrients to animals.