Larry's Life E18 | How do you know when Alfalfa is ready to rake and bale?

Raking and baling Alfalfa is all about timing. Larry the Tractor Guy shows different ways to go about testing Alfalfa moisture to know the optimum time to rake and bale.
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[@RedIron1066]

I always bale at night….can’t see the leaf loss that way!😊

[@WesternEquipment]

Haha not a bad idea!

[@genechronister7085]

Nice vid! Good ideas!

[@WesternEquipment]

We appreciate the compliment! Thanks for watching.

[@neallloyd4120]

Your percent is very hi we don't bail any over 12 percent

[@WesternEquipment]

I was probably a little high in my % quote, but when it all goes to the feed lot for grinding hay it makes it higher - Larry

[@jesusmendoza4810]

You need a steamer

[@WesternEquipment]

This could be an option. Do you use one?

[@jesusmendoza4810]

Yes we started with 2 now we have 3.