Hay Bale Calculator
Calculate how many hay bales you need for your livestock. Estimate daily hay consumption based on animal weight, number of animals, and feeding period.
Daily Hay = (Animal Weight × Intake %) × Number of Animals; Total Hay = Daily Hay × Days; Bales = Total Hay / Bale Weight
Example: 1000 lb horse, 2.5% intake, 180 days, 50 lb bales = 25 lbs/day × 180 = 4,500 lbs = 90 bales
How much hay does a horse need?
Horses typically need 1.5-2.5% of their body weight in hay per day, depending on activity level and quality of hay.
How many bales are in a ton?
A ton of hay is typically 40-45 small square bales (45-50 lbs each) or 20-24 large square bales.
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📐 Formula
Daily Hay = (Animal Weight × Intake %) × Number of Animals; Total Hay = Daily Hay × Days; Bales = Total Hay / Bale Weight
📝 Example Calculation
Example: 1000 lb horse, 2.5% intake, 180 days, 50 lb bales = 25 lbs/day × 180 = 4,500 lbs = 90 bales
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How much hay does a horse need?▼
Horses typically need 1.5-2.5% of their body weight in hay per day, depending on activity level and quality of hay.
How many bales are in a ton?▼
A ton of hay is typically 40-45 small square bales (45-50 lbs each) or 20-24 large square bales.