Indiana Hay Prices
Indiana hay is averaging $156/ton across 121 exact USDA auction trades in recent reports (latest Sep 2, 2026). Prices range $85–$290/ton depending on commodity and quality.
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Indiana hay prices by type
| Commodity | Quality | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Good | $190 | $237 | $216 | 28 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Fair/Good | $148 | $200 | $175 | 19 |
| Mixed Grass | Fair/Good | $155 | $190 | $173 | 16 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Good/Premium | $245 | $290 | $265 | 12 |
| Mixed Grass | Good | $200 | $250 | $220 | 11 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Fair | $130 | $160 | $145 | 10 |
| Mixed Grass | Fair | $136 | $152 | $146 | 9 |
| Mixed Grass | Utility/Fair | $100 | $130 | $115 | 5 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Utility/Fair | $100 | $140 | $117 | 4 |
| Clover/Grass Mix | Fair/Good | $155 | $180 | $168 | 2 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Utility | $85 | $85 | $85 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Oat Mix | Utility/Fair | $110 | $110 | $110 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Orchard Mix | Fair/Good | $180 | $180 | $180 | 1 |
| Clover/Grass Mix | Fair | $130 | $130 | $130 | 1 |
| Mixed Grass | Utility | $100 | $100 | $100 | 1 |
Indiana hay prices by region and auction
| Region / Auction | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipshewana IN | $85 | $290 | $183 | 64 |
| Topeka IN | $100 | $290 | $189 | 57 |
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in Indiana right now?
Indiana Alfalfa/Grass Mix (Good) is averaging $216/ton in the latest USDA auction reports, with prices ranging $190–$237/ton.
How often are Indiana hay prices updated?
HayWire publishes Indiana hay prices every week using USDA Agricultural Marketing Service auction reports. Data refreshes Mondays.
Where can I buy hay in Indiana?
Check the Indiana 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.