Finding the Right Hay and Forage Equipment

One of the most vital aspects of any farm operation is hay and forage production and handling. You need the right equipment for the job, though—not all hay and forage is the same. We here at Flieg’s Equipment want to make sure you get exactly what you need, so we’ve put together a brief guide to finding the right hay and forage equipment, below. To learn more, or to see the hay and forage equipment we have for sale, contact our stores in Ste. Genevieve and Leadington, Missouri, today!

The Right Tools

Cutting, collecting, and baling hay and forage requires the proper tools for each step, and different versions of these tools have their own advantages and uses. Swathers and mowers cut the crop differently, for example, while mower conditioners and tedders have their own pros and cons. Different tools also work better for different crops, so consider the crop you’re using and your current process, then think about the tools you need to improve that process.

Your Tractor

Most hay and forage equipment comes in the form of an implement or attachment for a tractor. While the average attachment might be flexible, you need to consider your tractor’s limitations—how much weight it can handle, how wide an implement it can control, and how much horsepower it can provide, for starters. Any hay and forage equipment that comes as implements and attachments will need the right tractor to use it properly.

We hope these tips help get you the hay and forage equipment you need! For more information, or to see the hay and forage equipment we have for sale, contact us at Flieg’s Equipment. We proudly serve the people of Farmington and Park Hills, Missouri—let us serve you today!