Nebraska Hay Prices
Nebraska hay is averaging $202/ton across 50 exact USDA auction trades over the 60 days to the latest report (Oct 19, 2026). Prices range $130–$330/ton depending on commodity and quality.
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Nebraska hay prices by type
| Commodity | Quality | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa | Good | $160 | $285 | $207 | 14 |
| Alfalfa | Good/Premium | $185 | $330 | $270 | 8 |
| Grass | Good | $149 | $150 | $150 | 6 |
| Prairie/Meadow Grass | Good/Premium | $180 | $182 | $182 | 4 |
| Alfalfa | Fair/Good | $165 | $165 | $165 | 2 |
| Alfalfa | Supreme | $275 | $320 | $298 | 2 |
| Alfalfa | Utility/Fair | $200 | $250 | $225 | 2 |
| Brome Grass | Fair | $150 | $185 | $168 | 2 |
| Cane | — | $130 | $135 | $132 | 2 |
| Alfalfa | Fair | $210 | $210 | $210 | 1 |
| Alfalfa | Premium | $238 | $238 | $238 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Oat Mix | Good | $170 | $170 | $170 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Orchard Mix | Premium | $280 | $280 | $280 | 1 |
| Millet | Fair | $195 | $195 | $195 | 1 |
| Millet | — | $210 | $210 | $210 | 1 |
| Oat | — | $150 | $150 | $150 | 1 |
| Prairie/Meadow Grass | Fair | $180 | $180 | $180 | 1 |
Nebraska 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 (Good)
- Alfalfa (Good/Premium)
- Alfalfa (Fair/Good)
Nebraska hay prices by region and auction
| Region / Auction | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska — East | $149 | $275 | $184 | 16 |
| Nebraska — West | $150 | $330 | $251 | 14 |
| Nebraska — Central | $130 | $238 | $177 | 12 |
| Nebraska — Platte Valley | $180 | $280 | $214 | 8 |
Nearby markets reporting now
States bordering Nebraska with exact trades in recent reports.
| State | Avg $/ton | Trades | Latest report |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | $156 | 137 | Oct 22, 2026 |
| Colorado | $275 | 55 | Oct 19, 2026 |
| South Dakota | $191 | 59 | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Wyoming | $260 | 67 | Oct 12, 2026 |
Every state HayWire tracks: hay prices by state. Buying by the bale: hay prices per bale. Reading the table: what the hay grades mean.
What Nebraska readers paid
Reported to HayWire directly, outside the USDA index. Not verified trades; the private market USDA does not publish.
- Central City, NE — Straw: $120/ton · reader-reported, Sep 22, 2026
- Litchfield, Nebraska — Sudan grass: $135/ton · reader-reported, Sep 7, 2026
- Litchfield, Nebraska — Alfalfa: $210/ton · reader-reported, Sep 7, 2026
- Litchfield, Nebraska — Bermuda: $135-150/ton · reader-reported, Sep 7, 2026
- Litchfield, Nebraska — alfalfa: $225/ton · reader-reported, Sep 7, 2026
- Buffalo County, Kearney, NE — Alfalfa, pure: $180/ton · reader-reported, Aug 18, 2026
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska Alfalfa (Good) is averaging $207/ton in the latest USDA auction reports, with prices ranging $160–$285/ton.
How often are Nebraska hay prices updated?
HayWire publishes Nebraska hay prices every week using USDA Agricultural Marketing Service auction reports. Data refreshes Mondays.
Where can I buy hay in Nebraska?
Check the Nebraska 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.