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The skinny on what your hay bales really weigh

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Ask five farmers how much their hay bales weigh and you’ll probably get five different answers – none of which are backed up by a scale ticket. “That’s because most folks think they know their bale weights but more often than not they’re guessing,” said University of Missouri Extension State Forage Specialist and Associate dean Rob Kallenbach.
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MU Extension welcomes specialist to Ray, surrounding counties

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Growing up in the small town of Dawn, Shelby Jenkins was no stranger to the rhythms and responsibilities of farm life. Nestled in Carroll County, her family’s diversified row crop and beef cattle operation was the backdrop for her childhood memories. Her passion for agriculture sprouted from these early experiences.