Low (per bale)
$8.00
Texas Hay Prices
Texas hay prices currently range from $8.00 to $175 per bale, based on the latest USDA Direct Hay report dated Jul 24, 2026. Prices are as reported by USDA Market News, published Jul 24, 2026; note the price unit (per ton or per bale) shown in each row.
High (per bale)
$175
Reported
Jul 24, 2026
| Hay type | Quality | Bale | Low | High | Avg | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa | Good | Small Square | $9.00 | $9.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Alfalfa | Premium | Large Round | $175.00 | $175.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Alfalfa | Premium | Small Square | $13.00 | $16.50 | - | Per Bale |
| Alfalfa | Premium | Small Square 3 Tie | $26.00 | $27.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Alfalfa | Premium | Small Square | $20.00 | $21.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Alfalfa | Premium | Small Square 3 Tie | $25.00 | $25.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Fair | Large Round | $95.00 | $95.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Fair | Large Round | $115.00 | $125.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Fair/Good | Large Round | $60.00 | $75.00 | - | Per Ton |
| Bermuda Grass | Good | Large Round | $65.00 | $75.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Good | Small Square | $9.00 | $9.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Good | Small Square | $11.00 | $12.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Good | Large Round | $75.00 | $75.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Good | Small Square | $10.00 | $12.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Good | Small Square Bundled | $8.00 | $9.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Good | Small Square Bundled | $11.00 | $11.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Good/Premium | Small Square Bundled | $10.00 | $10.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Premium | Large Round | $140.00 | $140.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Premium | Small Square | $13.50 | $13.50 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Premium | Small Square | $12.00 | $15.00 | - | Per Bale |
| Bermuda Grass | Utility | Large Round | $50.00 | $50.00 | - | Per Ton |
About this data
These are asking and sale prices collected by USDA Market News reporters directly from Texas hay growers and dealers, published weekly as the AMS_2707 Direct Hay report. Prices reflect the reporting week and can move quickly with weather and demand. Always confirm current terms with the seller.
Source: USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, report AMS_2707, published Jul 24, 2026. View the original USDA report (PDF).
Texas hay production
Texas produces mostly grass hay, including bermudagrass and native or improved pasture hays, while alfalfa is concentrated in irrigated areas. Major production zones include East and Central Texas for bermudagrass, the Panhandle and High Plains for irrigated alfalfa, and broad dryland areas elsewhere. Cutting seasons are long in the warmer parts of the state, while irrigated alfalfa commonly supports several cuttings from spring through fall. Hay moves heavily within Texas, and the state can both ship hay from producing areas and draw supplies into livestock-heavy or drought-affected regions.
Frequently asked questions
How much does hay cost in Texas right now?
Texas hay prices currently range from $8.00 to $175 per bale, based on the latest USDA Direct Hay report dated Jul 24, 2026. The table above breaks this down by type, quality, and bale size. Bermuda Grass is among the most commonly reported types this week.
How often are these prices updated?
USDA publishes the Texas Direct Hay report weekly. This page refreshes automatically after each new report.
Why are some prices per bale and others per ton?
USDA reports hay the way it is actually traded locally. Large square and round bales are often quoted per ton, while small square bales are frequently sold per bale. The unit is shown in the last column of each row.
Page updated Aug 4, 2026.
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