Finding Straw Bales For Sale

By Kristen Baird


Although farming is a very traditional occupation it still has many uses in today's modern world. At the heart of agriculture is a desire to work with the earth and produce food and other products. Many farms are located in the great plains area as the soil is very fertile. In some areas farms can cover many thousands of acres and provide employment for a large number of people.

A local farm can be anything from a hundred acres to many thousands of acres. In addition to straw bales for sale, most farms also offer a very interesting and diverse range of products. Establishing good connects with the local community is the best way to find and establish a consistent market for all the products. Even ones that have typically been considered waste are now being seen as a valuable commodity that can generate revenue for the farmer.

A large bale can be used for many things. One of the top uses today is for fuel. There has been a significant increase in the need for alternative and environmentally friendly fuels. These are often by products of other commodities and would otherwise be thrown away. Putting them to good use is a great way to save on natural resources and pollution.

Horses barns are also big consumers of the typical farm bale. Most often these are used for bedding. Not only are they inexpensive, but they also provide a good warm bedding material for stabled animals. When the stalls are cleaned each day the waste materials are placed in a large heap. Eventually this will rot down and make very nice compost.

Compost that is naturally produced can be quite valuable. Gardeners and small food producers recognize the value of organic produce. It is becoming increasingly common for local farmers to work together in the production of organic foods. By working locally they also minimize the need for transportation and this will help the environment in many ways.

Local garden centers also provide a market for some bales. They are usually sold in the fall as Halloween decorations. People want their homes to look good and this is a fast and easy way to create a beautiful display. In addition a bale can also double as a handy place to sit and enjoy the nice fall weather. After they are no longer needed they can be added to a back yard compost heap, along with any old pumpkins and flowers.

There are a number of different types of straw. Essentially what the term refers to are the stalks left behind once the wheat, barley or oats have been harvested. Each has a slightly different feel and value.

Straw can often be used to feed animals in winter. Both cattle and horse can eat oat straw as a winter fodder. It provides both bulk and nutrition that is readily available and affordable. Owners can pick up their bales at the local farm or have them delivered for an extra charge. In the depths of a brutal winter it can be this traditional food stuff that helps to keep many animals alive and healthy.




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