Is it realistic to expect one (1) bale of Timothy/Alfalfa to feed on cow per day.

[gweaver202]

Is it realistic to expect one (1) bale of Timothy/Alfalfa to feed on cow per day.
Thanks.

 

[Clod Hopper]

I would say it would feed two if it was 50-60 lbs

 

[greybeard]

I would say it would feed two if it was 50-60 lbs

Yep.it should easily.
I figure about 30lbs/day for each mature animal. Maybe a little more if it's cold/wet/windy nights.

 

[Nesikep]

Yeah, should get away with a lot less than that unless it's really miserable weather... My 20ish cows get about 10x80lb bales in the winter, give or take.. Most of my hay is alfalfa/Orchardgrass/Timothy

 

[Son of Butch]

Is it realistic to expect one (1) bale of Timothy/Alfalfa to feed one cow per day.
Thanks.

YES, very realistic... especially if you are buying large rounds.

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[greybeard]

Is it realistic to expect one (1) bale of Timothy/Alfalfa to feed one cow per day.
Thanks.

YES, very realistic... especially if you are buying large rounds.

AND
:welcome:
to the boards

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