Nutrients in Bales of Hay and Straw Worth a Few Dollars
Manitoba agriculture data show nutrient content in straw and hay bales. One ton of wheat straw carries N P K and other nutrients worth about 20 dollars per 1000 lb bale, while a 1 250 lb alfalfa bale with 14 percent protein holds 58 lb of N, P, K plus other nutrients worth around 35 dollars. For details contact the Manitoba Agriculture office in Portage at 204 239 3353 or Shawn Cabak gov.mb.ca.
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