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Goulburn Murray Valley


Date GV 23 GV 22 GV 5YA
06-Jan-23 296 190 240
13-Jan-23 303 190 240
20-Jan-23 310 190 244
27-Jan-23 318 190 246
03-Feb-23 323 190 239
10-Feb-23 333 185 236
17-Feb-23 336 185 235
24-Feb-23 338 185 233
03-Mar-23 338 185 232
10-Mar-23 343 185 231
17-Mar-23 343 185 231
24-Mar-23 343 185 231
31-Mar-23 343 185 231
07-Apr-23 343 185 230
14-Apr-23 344 186 226
21-Apr-23 345 188 230
28-Apr-23 345 188 224
05-May-23 345 188 226
12-May-23 343 188 228
19-May-23 340 188 228
26-May-23 343 188 232
02-Jun-23 343 190 232
09-Jun-23 343 191 232
16-Jun-23 342 193 233
23-Jun-23 340 193 241
30-Jun-23 335 193 241
07-Jul-23 330 193 243
14-Jul-23 330 196 246
21-Jul-23 330 198 253
28-Jul-23 320 198 253
04-Aug-23 320 198 253
11-Aug-23 315 198 274
18-Aug-23 313 198 276
25-Aug-23 310 198 276
01-Sep-23 310 198 276
08-Sep-23 315 198 274
15-Sep-23 315 195 273
22-Sep-23 315 195 266
29-Sep-23 308 195 259
06-Oct-23 300 195 259
13-Oct-23 300 195 263
20-Oct-23 295 195 252
27-Oct-23 295 195 240
03-Nov-23 295 195 244
10-Nov-23 295 195 247
17-Nov-23 295 208 243
24-Nov-23 293 245 250
01-Dec-23 252 248
08-Dec-23 258 254
15-Dec-23 268 258
22-Dec-23 278 262
29-Dec-23 290 270

Notes:

Change in price is the change since the last report. Hay quoted is sourced and delivered locally, GST exclusive unless stated otherwise. It should be noted that local prices quoted may not be the cheapest available, sourcing it from another region may be more affordable, and buyers are encouraged to evaluate all options. Prices are indicative to a mid-range shedded product, and based on the best indication of market value at the time of reporting. It should be noted there is a wide variation in quality of hay, prices for a mid-range product will not reflect the weighted average of trade. Prices will naturally vary based on the product quantity and quality, buyer/seller relationship and the size of the trade.

The hay report has been commissioned by Dairy Australia to provide an independent and timely assessment of hay markets in each dairy region. This report is created using data provided by the Australian Fodder Industry Association (AFIA). It should be remembered that actual prices may vary for quality or other reasons. Whilst all reasonable steps have been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this report, Dairy Australia disclaims all liability to the fullest extent permitted by Australian law for any inadvertent errors and for any losses or damages stemming from reliance upon its content. Dairy Australia recommends all persons seek independent advice and, where appropriate, advice from a qualified advisor before making any decisions about changes to business strategy. 

Commentary

  • Widespread low rainfall across the region this week, with most areas seeing between 5mm and 10mm of rain and some northern parts up to 15mm of rain, though the earlier part of the week was clear and dry.

  • Pastures in the region remain green with strong green feed availability for livestock. The recent rain may cause some issues on low lying ground which had already had some residual high soil moisture, but some pastures that were beginning to dry out will be boosted.

  • Hay production in the region is delayed due to the current and forecast rain. There are reports that second cut lucerne around Shepparton may be much reduced. Comments suggest that on some properties about half of the cut crop had been baled, but the remaining cut will be downgraded due to weather damage. There is also some concern over the remaining uncut stands as they will now be much matured due to the delay.

  • Grain harvest is being delayed by the recent rainfall and is not expected to resume until next week at the earliest. Lentil harvest in the west of the region was completed before the rain, with good yields being reported.

  • Freshly planted maize crops in the north of the region have taken advantage of the recent rainfall to establish well.

  • With most local needs met by available pastures and on-farm storage, current demand is from the northern parts of the country that have been very dry. The recent high rainfall may temper this demand moving forward, but currently shipments are still moving up to meet need. Exporters continue to fill shipments with good quality oaten hay, though domestic buyers are also locking in deliveries for this hay.

  • Some change to pricing this week.

  • Cereal hay: -3 ($250 to $335/t). Prices decrease this week.
  • Lucerne hay: +/-0 ($350 to $400/t). Prices remain steady this week.
  • Straw: +/-0 ($90 to $105/t). Prices remain steady this week.
  • Pasture hay: +/-0 ($250 to $320/t). Prices remain steady this week.

  • Please note: Unless stated otherwise, prices are per tonne, sourced and delivered locally. The price range indicated is for feeds of varying quality with the price range generally indicative of quality of feed. We recommend feed testing and viewing of fodder before purchase to be sure of the quality of feed.











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