2026 eBarns Hay Testing Program
Ohio State University Extension is again offering reduced cost hay analysis. In recent years making quality first cutting hay has been a challenge forages often not meeting the needs of livestock, thus requiring supplementation. This reduced cost testing is provided by the Extension eBarns program and Small Ruminant Research lab.
Cost: $15 for first sample. $20 for each additional sample
What is provided? Near Infra Red NIR analysis.
Dry Matter Content, TDN, Crude Protein, ADF, NDF, Ash, Fat, C, P, K, RFV
Contact information: Sandra Trushel, OSU Extension Carroll County, Agricultural and Natural Resources. 330-627-4310
Sample Submission :
Place dry hay in paper bag, wet wrapped hay/balage in plastic bag and place in freezer.
Samples must be delivered to local county Extension office by July 30, 2026
Sample should include your name and completed sample form available at the Extension office.
Carroll County has a forage sampling probe that can be loaned out for collecting samples.
Samples must be taken with a forage sampling probe to have any chance of being representative of forage quality.
Hay Quality Form
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