Report

North Coast NSW

Chart
Table

Date	N NSW 21	N NSW 20	N NSW 5YA
08-Jan-21	275	475	337
15-Jan-21	275	475	337
22-Jan-21	275	525	337
29-Jan-21	275	525	337
05-Feb-21	275	525	348
12-Feb-21	275	525	348
19-Feb-21	275	475	348
26-Feb-21	275	425	348
05-Mar-21	275	425	353
12-Mar-21	275	425	353
19-Mar-21	275	425	353
26-Mar-21	275	425	353
02-Apr-21	275	425	360
09-Apr-21	275	425	360
16-Apr-21	275	425	360
23-Apr-21	250	425	360
30-Apr-21	250	425	360
07-May-21	250	425	360
14-May-21		425	360
21-May-21		425	360
28-May-21		425	360
04-Jun-21		425	355
11-Jun-21		425	355
18-Jun-21		375	355
25-Jun-21		325	355
02-Jul-21		325	352
09-Jul-21		325	352
16-Jul-21		325	352
23-Jul-21		325	352
30-Jul-21		325	352
06-Aug-21		325	382
13-Aug-21		325	382
20-Aug-21		325	382
27-Aug-21		325	382
03-Sep-21		325	383
10-Sep-21		325	383
17-Sep-21		325	383
24-Sep-21		325	383
01-Oct-21		325	359
08-Oct-21		285	359
15-Oct-21		285	359
22-Oct-21		285	359
29-Oct-21		285	359
05-Nov-21		285	335
12-Nov-21		285	335
19-Nov-21		275	335
26-Nov-21		275	335
03-Dec-21		275	328
10-Dec-21		275	328
17-Dec-21		275	328
24-Dec-21			328
31-Dec-21

Notes:

Change in price is the change since the last report. Hay quoted is sourced and delivered locally, GST exclusive unless stated otherwise. It should be noted that local prices quoted may not be the cheapest available, sourcing it from another region may be more affordable, and buyers are encouraged to evaluate all options. Prices are indicative to a mid-range shedded product, and based on the best indication of market value at the time of reporting. It should be noted there is a wide variation in quality of hay, prices for a mid-range product will not reflect the weighted average of trade. Prices will naturally vary based on the product quantity and quality, buyer/seller relationship and the size of the trade.

This report has been commissioned by Dairy Australia to provide an independent and timely assessment of grain and hay markets in each dairy region. It should be remembered that actual prices may vary for quality or other reasons. Whilst all reasonable steps have been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this report, Dairy Australia disclaims all liability to the fullest extent permitted by Australian law for any inadvertent errors and for any losses or damages stemming from reliance upon its content. Dairy Australia recommends all persons seek independent advice and, where appropriate, advice from a qualified advisor before making any decisions about changes to business strategy.

This report summarises the hay market for the New South Wales North Coast.

Commentary

The first week of May saw up to 60mm of rain fall in the region, with substantial feed for grazing available from the recent wet conditions of the past few months.
Some growers have also sown new season ryegrass. Growers with lower country have had to re-sow some grass due to waterlogging.
There have been reports of cereal hay coming into the region from the Gunnedah area. Reports suggest growers are wanting to move good quality feed before it is potentially destroyed by mice.
Sources suggest farmers that can store fodder on farm are sourcing out quality affordable hay.
There is some local demand for cereal hay and silage, however, trade continues to be limited while overall demand is subdued.
Cereal hay, straw, and lucerne prices quoted are for supplies to be carted into the region.
Disaster flood recovery grants up to $75,000 for primary producers – Rural Assistance Authority https://raa.nsw.gov.au/disaster-assistance/special-disaster-grants-floods
No changes to pricing this week.
Cereal hay: +/-0 ($220 to $280/t). Prices remain steady this week.
Lucerne hay: +/-0 ($380 to $430/t). Prices remain steady this week.
Straw: +/-0 ($100 to $150/t). Prices remain steady this week.
Pasture hay: +/-0 ($200 to $230/t). Prices remain steady this week.
Please note unless stated otherwise, prices are per tonne, sourced and delivered locally. The price range indicated is for feeds of varying quality with the price range generally indicative of quality of feed. We recommend feed testing and viewing of fodder before purchase to be sure of the quality of feed.