Nebraska Hay Prices
No new Nebraska auction reports since July 13, 2026 — the latest reported prices are below. As of the July 13, 2026 report, Nebraska hay averaged $153/ton across 63 exact USDA auction trades, ranging $70–$300/ton depending on commodity and quality.
Nebraska hay prices by type (as of July 13, 2026)
| Commodity | Quality | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa | Good | $125 | $300 | $188 | 17 |
| Alfalfa | Premium | $180 | $270 | $228 | 6 |
| Prairie/Meadow Grass | Good | $95 | $140 | $116 | 6 |
| Alfalfa | Fair/Good | $128 | $132 | $130 | 5 |
| Grass | Good | $130 | $150 | $140 | 4 |
| Alfalfa | Good/Premium | $210 | $300 | $260 | 3 |
| Alfalfa | Supreme | $245 | $245 | $245 | 3 |
| Alfalfa | Utility/Fair | $70 | $97 | $88 | 3 |
| Alfalfa | — | $92 | $225 | $166 | 3 |
| Alfalfa/Orchard Mix | Good | $140 | $238 | $172 | 3 |
| Brome Grass | Good | $110 | $110 | $110 | 2 |
| Millet | — | $180 | $180 | $180 | 2 |
| Prairie/Meadow Grass | Premium | $165 | $190 | $178 | 2 |
| Rye Grass | — | $70 | $70 | $70 | 2 |
| Alfalfa | Fair | $110 | $110 | $110 | 1 |
| Cane | — | $75 | $75 | $75 | 1 |
Nebraska hay prices by region and auction
| Region / Auction | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska - Central | $70 | $210 | $126 | 27 |
| Nebraska - West | $150 | $300 | $235 | 15 |
| Nebraska - East | $110 | $270 | $190 | 14 |
| Nebraska - Platte Valley | $92 | $180 | $132 | 7 |
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in Nebraska right now?
As of the July 13, 2026 report, Nebraska Alfalfa (Good) averaged $188/ton in USDA auction data, with prices ranging $125–$300/ton. No newer Nebraska auction report has posted since.
How often are Nebraska hay prices updated?
HayWire checks USDA Agricultural Marketing Service auction reports for Nebraska every week. The most recent Nebraska report is dated July 13, 2026; this page updates as soon as a new one posts.
Where can I buy hay in Nebraska?
Use the Nebraska USDA auction averages on this page — from the July 13, 2026 report — as a starting benchmark for any seller's quote, and check the national index for current direction.