Our Hay & Straw
At J.D. Russell, our entire focus is producing
racetrack quality hay and straw for horses.
Most hay and straw producers are grain farmers trying to supplement their income by making hay.
Our focus allows us to deliver a better product to our customers.
Our Hay
- Most of our hay is an orchard grass / alfalfa mix
- Each of our fields has a different grass ratio to accommodate our customers' desires
- Approximately 65 lbs per bale
- Sold by the semi load only
Our Straw
- Long, bright wheat straw
- Stripper straw
- Pre-cut rye straw
- Mulch straw
- Approximately 50 lbs per bale
- Sold by the semi load only
Our Hay
- Most of our hay is an orchard grass / alfalfa mix
- Each of our fields has a different grass ratio to accommodate our customers' desires
- Approximately 65 lbs per bale
- Sold by the semi load only
Our Straw
- Long, bright wheat straw
- Stripper straw
- Pre-cut rye straw
- Mulch straw
- Approximately 50 lbs per bale
- Sold by the semi load only
Better Hay through Innovation, Not Preservatives
Unlike other hay producers, we do not apply any preservatives to our hay.
Because we focus only on hay and straw, we can afford to invest in technology to significantly improve our process and product.
We developed a process that removes excess moisture from the hay naturally that was baled at higher than ideal moisture levels.
Better Hay through Innovation, Not Preservatives
Unlike other hay producers, we do not apply any preservatives to our hay.
Because we focus only on hay and straw, we can afford to invest in technology to significantly improve our process and product.
We developed a process that removes excess moisture from the hay naturally that was baled at higher than ideal moisture levels.
Our Haybines
Our self-propelled haybines are GPS-guided which reduces the tire traffic on cut hay fields. We also use specially designed conditioning rolls that crimp the hay better for faster, more uniform drying.
Our Fluffer / Tedder
After years of experimenting, we developed our own self-propelled fluffer/tedder. The unique design of our reels generally saves a full day in the hay making process by allowing the hay to dry more uniformly, thus delivering a better end product to our customers.
Our Balers
We use specialized Freeman balers and a custom-built self-propelled baler that produce a much denser bale than normal. Only a few of these top-quality machines are in use in our region because most farms cannot justify the expense.
We have also made significant changes to our balers to reduce the bale size slightly to eliminate wasted space normal bales leave in a standard 53' van trailer. We can fit 111 more bales per load, resulting in significant savings for our customers.
Each of our balers is equipped with a our own custom-made stroke monitors and bale scales. By monitoring weight and strokes per bale, we remove the guess work and achieve consistency in the weight and length of each bale.
Our Balewagons
Our self-propelled balewagons hold 188 bales each, almost 20% more than the industry standard. Our balewagons reach speeds of 55 mph, allowing them to keep up with the balers as they work together to beat the rain.
Our Barns
Our five hay storage barns have capacity to store 175,000 bales of hay and straw. Our barns do not have skylights and are kept closed to prevent our bales from losing color to sun exposure. Their paved floors keep the bottom bales from spoiling.
Our Haybines
Our self-propelled haybines are GPS-guided which reduces the tire traffic on cut hay fields. We also use specially designed conditioning rolls that crimp the hay better for faster, more uniform drying.
Our Flupper/Tedder
After years of experimenting, we developed our own self-propelled fluffer/tedder. The unique design of our reels generally saves a full day in the hay making process by allowing the hay to dry more uniformly, thus delivering a better end product to our customers.
Our Balers
We use specialized Freeman balers and a custom-built self-propelled baler that produce a much denser bale than normal. Only a few of these top-quality machines are in use in our region because most farms cannot justify the expense.
We have also made significant changes to our balers to reduce the bale size slightly to eliminate wasted space normal bales leave in a standard 53' van trailer. We can fit 111 more bales per load, resulting in significant savings for our customers.
Each of our balers is equipped with a our own custom-made stroke monitors and bale scales. By monitoring weight and strokes per bale, we remove the guess work and achieve consistency in the weight and length of each bale.
Our Balewagons
Our self-propelled balewagons hold 188 bales each, almost 20% more than the industry standard. Our balewagons reach speeds of 55 mph, allowing them to keep up with the balers as they work together to beat the rain.
Our Barns
Our five hay storage barns have capacity to store 175,000 bales of hay and straw. Our barns do not have skylights and are kept closed to prevent our bales from losing color to sun exposure. Their paved floors keep the bottom bales from spoiling.