With the wet weather thus far in 2025, OSU Extension is offering reduced cost hay analysis. Mature, late made hay is lower in energy, protein, and digestibility - often requiring additional supplementation. This reduced cost testing is provided by the OSU 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.
Contact information: Columbiana or Mahoning County OSU Extension
Haley Shoemaker, ANR Educator: 330-967-7249 or shoemaker.306@osu.edu
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 31, 2025
Sample should include your name and completed sample form: Submission Form
Hay sampling probe available to sign-out if needed - contact 330-967-7249