Review Hay Storage Practices

What happens here

Evaluate the current hay storage method. The video shows hay bales stored outdoors. Consider the impact of storage on hay quality and waste. If hay bales are stored outdoors, stacking them end-to-end allows rainwater to shed off, minimizing spoilage. If storing indoors, a barn or hay shed can protect against weather, though the video notes the high cost of such structures versus the value of hay saved. The practice of unrolling hay aims to minimize waste even when stored outdoors, distributing any slightly spoiled outer layers to become organic matter for the soil.

Goal: Optimize hay storage to minimize waste and prepare for distribution.