Commonwealth Farms

10/01/2026

Orchardgrass Square Bales
($7.00 per bale)

I have 140 (2026) small square bales left for sale. These bales are tied with poly twine to resist rot / rodents. The hay was never rained on and was baled at 14% moisture. They have been stored inside on pallets since they were baled. They will average 50-55 lbs. each.
I can me mechanically load on any flat bed trailer or truck that does not have rails, sides or that is enclosed. No deliveries available and pick up must be on any Saturday due to work conflicts.

06/07/2026

06/02/2026

05/14/2026

It was a great day…sun was shining, no equipment issues, hay was dry…these are the days when hay farming is fun again.

I only have 200 small squares of Orchardgrass mixed with (slight amount) fescue left…anybody needing some quality, clean square bales? Baled at 14.5% moisture. Sprayed and fertilized the first of April.

05/02/2026

TEFF GRASS HAY

***Update for June 6, 2026***

30 acres of our Teff Grass has been seeded. Obviously, it’s later than hoped for while we waited on drier conditions for field prep…but if all goes well, the first cutting should be in 35-40 days and then every 30-35 days after (depending on weather).

For those not familiar with Teff…
Teff is comparable to Timothy in regards to Crude Protein, ADF, NDF and TDN…but, it is “lower” in sugar and starch. The chart below is from the University of Oklahoma Agricultural Research Department. Some of the benefits of Teff grass are that it is great for animals with metabolic issues, insulin issues, older animals that have trouble with chewing / digesting more course, stem hay…plus, it is an excellent hay for those younger animals that are high-strung and hard-to-handle due to higher carbohydrate intakes.
In simple terms, you get a hay that is an excellent maintainer for quality gut health, has the needed protein levels to maintain weight and build muscle without all the higher sugar / starch levels that come with feeding an early cool season grass or legume hay…all at a manageable price.

Something worth mentioning if you have never fed Teff…

If your animals are used to a high carb hay on a daily basis…due to the lower sugar levels, they are not going to “lick-the-plate-clean” the first time you feed it. Sweet tastes better, but obviously, it is not good for you on a daily basis…and animals are no different. High sugar / starch feeds can lead to issues with laminitis, poor gut health, excessive weight gain and sluggish behavior. Like anything, it may take a little adjusting to get them used to the benefits of a lower sugar diet…but in time, you will see the benefits.

08/18/2025

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KENTUCKY — Get ready for winter: Farmers’ Almanac predicts a cold, snowy season

It may be hot right now, but winter may be coming in a big way for Kentucky. According to the 2025–2026 edition of the Farmers’ Almanac, residents should prepare for a season marked by cold temperatures and plenty of snow.

The almanac, now in its 209th year, forecasts a “classic winter wonderland” for the Ohio Valley region, which includes Kentucky. Frequent cold snaps and multiple snow events are expected, with mid-January and mid-February highlighted as the periods when the bitter cold may hit hardest. Some areas of the state could even see snow before the official start of winter on December 21.

While the Farmers’ Almanac uses a combination of traditional formulas, historical data, and folklore to make its predictions—a method that has often sparked debate over accuracy—it remains a trusted guide for many who like to plan ahead for the season.

Kentucky residents may want to start thinking about winter preparations now, from checking heating systems to stocking up on essentials. With snow and cold likely to make their mark, the 2025–2026 winter could be one to remember.

08/10/2025

As the ol’ song goes…..”You load sixteen tons and what do ya get, another day older and deeper in debt”.
But…got a good shot of a harvest moon as it was coming up when we finished.

08/10/2025

05/25/2025

I have 65 “excellent quality” orchard grass round bales. If anybody is need some, give us a call. These bales were put up dry….no rain from the time it was cut to the time they were picked up out of the field.

They are 4x5 bales, wrapped with poly twine. They are stored outside due to limited barn space.

05/21/2025

Finally…a sunny day to put some hay on the ground. Now if it will just last long enough to get it out of the field and in the barn.