Demand for roughage continues to be good, resulting in higher prices for meadow hay and straw this week. In addition, the market is finally taking stock, now that the grass and maize harvests are finally in the silage.
The conditions on the market are now known. Due to the dry summer, dairy farmers' stocks have decreased or have been replenished less than previously estimated. Supported by the high payment prices, dairy farmers therefore enter the market as buyers. According to traders, the roughage trade is continuing well, as has been going on for weeks.
Higher prices for straw and meadow hay
The DCA indicative price of meadow hay takes a step up this week and rises by €10 to €195 per tonne (delivered free). Traders claim that more than €200 is paid for good quality. Straw prices are also picking up. Both wheat and barley straw increase by €5 to €140 per tonne. Tightening supply is the basis for the price increase. The price of silage maize remains stable at €95 per tonne. A month ago, silage corn was almost sold out, but the soup now appears to be eaten less hot. Availability is limited, but it is available.
The spent grain market is reasonably balanced at constant prices. The indicative price of spent grain remains the same at €4,05 per percent dry matter. Prices are slightly higher for delivery in the north of the Netherlands.