Hay Needs Calculator

Enter your herd information to estimate how much hay you'll need for your feeding season.

Number of Cattle

Average Weight (lbs)

Daily Dry Matter Intake (%)

Number of Feeding Days

Hay Dry Matter (%)

Hay Waste Allowance (%)

Average Bale Weight (lbs)

This calculator provides a planning estimate. Actual requirements depend on animal size, production stage, forage quality, weather, and feeding practices. Daily intake is expressed on a dry matter basis. This estimate assumes hay supplies all calculated dry matter intake and that waste is a percentage of hay offered. Consult a qualified livestock nutrition professional for ration planning.