Indiana Hay Prices
Indiana hay is averaging $190/ton across 114 exact USDA auction trades over the 60 days to the latest report (Oct 7, 2026). Prices range $70–$370/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 | $217 | 24 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Fair/Good | $150 | $200 | $177 | 14 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Good/Premium | $250 | $300 | $272 | 12 |
| Mixed Grass | Fair/Good | $160 | $190 | $177 | 12 |
| Mixed Grass | Good | $200 | $244 | $216 | 10 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Fair | $120 | $160 | $143 | 8 |
| Mixed Grass | Fair | $120 | $152 | $142 | 7 |
| Mixed Grass | Utility/Fair | $100 | $130 | $118 | 7 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Utility/Fair | $100 | $140 | $115 | 5 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Utility | $70 | $95 | $80 | 4 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Premium | $310 | $370 | $337 | 3 |
| Mixed Grass | Good/Premium | $250 | $300 | $270 | 3 |
| Mixed Grass | Utility | $80 | $100 | $90 | 3 |
| Alfalfa/Orchard Mix | Fair/Good | $180 | $180 | $180 | 1 |
| Mixed Grass | Premium | $310 | $310 | $310 | 1 |
Indiana hay price trend
Weekly average $/ton by hay type, exact USDA auction trades, last 26 weeks. Each point is a week that type reported.
- Alfalfa/Grass Mix (Good)
- Alfalfa/Grass Mix (Good/Premium)
- Mixed Grass (Fair/Good)
Indiana hay prices by region and auction
| Region / Auction | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipshewana IN | $80 | $370 | $186 | 66 |
| Topeka IN | $70 | $330 | $196 | 48 |
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in Indiana right now?
Indiana Alfalfa/Grass Mix (Good) is averaging $217/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.