Hay & Forage Testing in Oxford, MS
Hay isn't just hay—crude protein, energy content, and mineral balance vary dramatically between cuttings and fields. Tri‑State Livestock LLC. provides professional hay sampling and analysis for Oxford-area producers, enabling data-driven feeding decisions that optimize animal performance while controlling supplement costs.
What Testing Measures
Crude Protein (CP): Determines protein supplement needs. Growing cattle need 12–14% CP; mature cows maintain on 7–9%.
TDN (Total Digestible Nutrients): Energy value. High-quality hay exceeds 55% TDN; poor hay struggles to reach 50%.
ADF/NDF (Fiber Fractions): Predict intake and digestibility—critical for high-producing animals.
Sampling Protocol
We core 12–15 bales per hay lot using proper samplers, creating composite samples by field and cutting date. Hand-grab samples produce unreliable results. Submitted samples go to certified labs with fast turnaround (5–7 business days).
Ration Balancing
Test results guide supplement selection. Cows being bred or confirmed pregnant have different requirements than dry stock. We interpret results and recommend practical feeding strategies matching your operation.
Oxford Hay Testing Pricing
Sampling service: $50–$75 (includes travel to your location, proper coring, and lab submittal). Lab analysis fees additional ($20–$35 depending on panel selected). Results delivered within 7 days with interpretation included.