Idaho Hay Prices
Idaho hay is averaging $197/ton across 32 exact USDA auction trades in recent reports (latest Jul 20, 2026). Prices range $160–$275/ton depending on commodity and quality.
Idaho hay prices by type
| Commodity | Quality | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa | Good | $185 | $235 | $212 | 9 |
| Alfalfa | Supreme | $235 | $275 | $245 | 8 |
| Alfalfa | Premium | $235 | $250 | $241 | 4 |
| Alfalfa | Fair | $210 | $210 | $210 | 2 |
| Forage Mix-Three Way | Premium | $160 | $170 | $165 | 2 |
| Alfalfa | Good/Premium | $200 | $200 | $200 | 1 |
| Barley | Premium | $170 | $170 | $170 | 1 |
| Forage Mix-Three Way | Good | $160 | $160 | $160 | 1 |
| Forage Mix-Two Way | Premium | $200 | $200 | $200 | 1 |
| Haylage | — | $200 | $200 | $200 | 1 |
| Oat | Premium | $175 | $175 | $175 | 1 |
| Timothy Grass | Good | $180 | $180 | $180 | 1 |
Idaho hay prices by region and auction
| Region / Auction | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho - East | $170 | $250 | $220 | 11 |
| Idaho - South | $160 | $245 | $206 | 10 |
| Idaho - Southeast | $160 | $275 | $217 | 8 |
| Idaho - West | $235 | $235 | $235 | 2 |
| Idaho - North | $180 | $180 | $180 | 1 |
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in Idaho right now?
Idaho Alfalfa (Good) is averaging $212/ton in the latest USDA auction reports, with prices ranging $185–$235/ton.
How often are Idaho hay prices updated?
HayWire publishes Idaho hay prices every week using USDA Agricultural Marketing Service auction reports. Data refreshes Mondays.
Where can I buy hay in Idaho?
Check the Idaho USDA auction averages and price trend on this page before you buy, so you know what a fair price is and can benchmark any seller's quote against the live market.