South Dakota Hay Prices
South Dakota hay is averaging $183/ton across 83 exact USDA auction trades in recent reports (latest Jul 27, 2026). Prices range $85–$300/ton depending on commodity and quality.
South Dakota hay prices by type
| Commodity | Quality | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa | Good | $155 | $235 | $187 | 15 |
| Grass | Fair | $140 | $188 | $162 | 10 |
| Grass | Good | $163 | $255 | $196 | 10 |
| Alfalfa | Fair | $122 | $182 | $155 | 8 |
| Alfalfa | Premium | $183 | $250 | $217 | 8 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Fair | $85 | $165 | $144 | 7 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Good | $177 | $212 | $189 | 7 |
| Grass | Premium | $180 | $280 | $229 | 7 |
| Alfalfa | Supreme | $220 | $298 | $271 | 3 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Premium | $252 | $300 | $269 | 3 |
| Alfalfa | Utility | $120 | $120 | $120 | 1 |
| Grass | Utility | $105 | $105 | $105 | 1 |
| Oat | Fair | $160 | $160 | $160 | 1 |
| Oat | N/A | $172 | $172 | $172 | 1 |
| Teff | Fair | $165 | $165 | $165 | 1 |
South Dakota hay prices by region and auction
| Region / Auction | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota_SD_Mon | $85 | $280 | $181 | 64 |
| South_Dakota | $120 | $300 | $214 | 19 |
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in South Dakota right now?
South Dakota Alfalfa (Good) is averaging $187/ton in the latest USDA auction reports, with prices ranging $155–$235/ton.
How often are South Dakota hay prices updated?
HayWire publishes South Dakota hay prices every week using USDA Agricultural Marketing Service auction reports. Data refreshes Mondays.
Where can I buy hay in South Dakota?
Check the South Dakota 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.