Burning Your Bottom Line: How Hot Hay Changes Forage Quality

Hay put up too wet can lead to a number of issues, most notably mold and heat.  Moisture keeps otherwise dormant microbes and fungi active, decreasing forage quality and creating heat.  Too much heat can actually create a risk of combustion. 

Baling wet hay could cause fire

Global principles in local traditional knowledge: A review of

Ch 3. Cultural Weed Management - SARE

Monitoring hay to prevent barn fires

The Management and Use of Bahiagrass

A Skeptical Look at Mob Grazing

Texas Hay Season Looks Bleak

Hay production is costly, time consuming

Preventing Hay Fires: Tips for Decreasing Hay Moisture Levels

Baleage: Frequently Asked Questions

Effect Of Heating On Feed Value Of Hay