Indiana Hay Prices
Indiana hay is averaging $167/ton across 109 exact USDA auction trades in recent reports (latest Aug 19, 2026). Prices range $85–$300/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 | $236 | $213 | 25 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Fair/Good | $148 | $200 | $172 | 17 |
| Mixed Grass | Fair/Good | $155 | $190 | $172 | 14 |
| Mixed Grass | Good | $190 | $250 | $222 | 11 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Good/Premium | $245 | $270 | $259 | 10 |
| Mixed Grass | Fair | $136 | $152 | $144 | 9 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Fair | $130 | $150 | $142 | 6 |
| Mixed Grass | Utility/Fair | $100 | $120 | $112 | 6 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Utility/Fair | $100 | $125 | $112 | 5 |
| Clover/Grass Mix | Fair/Good | $155 | $180 | $168 | 2 |
| Alfalfa/Oat Mix | Utility/Fair | $110 | $110 | $110 | 1 |
| Clover/Grass Mix | Fair | $130 | $130 | $130 | 1 |
| Mixed Grass | Good/Premium | $300 | $300 | $300 | 1 |
| Mixed Grass | Utility | $85 | $85 | $85 | 1 |
Indiana hay prices by region and auction
| Region / Auction | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipshewana_IN | $85 | $300 | $183 | 56 |
| Topeka_IN | $100 | $270 | $185 | 53 |
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in Indiana right now?
Indiana Alfalfa/Grass Mix (Good) is averaging $213/ton in the latest USDA auction reports, with prices ranging $190–$236/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.