Montana Hay Prices
Montana hay is averaging $256/ton across 30 exact USDA auction trades in recent reports (latest Jul 20, 2026). Prices range $140–$350/ton depending on commodity and quality.
Montana hay prices by type
| Commodity | Quality | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa | Fair | $140 | $241 | $209 | 7 |
| Alfalfa | Utility/Fair | $195 | $225 | $212 | 3 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Fair | $200 | $236 | $222 | 3 |
| Alfalfa | — | $230 | $300 | $265 | 2 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Good/Premium | $270 | $300 | $285 | 2 |
| Grass | Premium | $300 | $300 | $300 | 2 |
| Alfalfa | Fair/Good | $249 | $249 | $249 | 1 |
| Alfalfa | Good/Premium | $300 | $300 | $300 | 1 |
| Alfalfa | Premium | $350 | $350 | $350 | 1 |
| Alfalfa | Utility | $180 | $180 | $180 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Good | $265 | $265 | $265 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Premium | $350 | $350 | $350 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | — | $200 | $200 | $200 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Oat Mix | Fair | $190 | $190 | $190 | 1 |
| Barley | — | $180 | $180 | $180 | 1 |
| Orchard Grass | Good/Premium | $275 | $275 | $275 | 1 |
| Orchard Grass | Premium | $320 | $320 | $320 | 1 |
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in Montana right now?
Montana Alfalfa (Fair) is averaging $209/ton in the latest USDA auction reports, with prices ranging $140–$241/ton.
How often are Montana hay prices updated?
HayWire publishes Montana hay prices every week using USDA Agricultural Marketing Service auction reports. Data refreshes Mondays.
Where can I buy hay in Montana?
Check the Montana 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.