The hay market in Northwest Bulgaria is becoming more dynamic
Hay
Bulgaria
Published Jun 11, 2022
Tridge summary
The price of hay in Northwestern Bulgaria is higher than last summer. At present, medium-sized bales cost BGN 2.60 each, while in 2021, under the same conditions, they cost BGN 2 each. However, many farmers are in a hurry to make preliminary orders despite the increase.
Original content
What did you tell us: With Kovid's help, we will fix the situation, but for how long? "They can't be cheaper, because mowing, winding and baling are more expensive this year due to the higher price of fuels. If it has to be transported over long distances, people find it even more expensive for the same reason and therefore prefer to negotiate earlier to shorter destinations. "Everyone is trying to survive," said Toni Atanasov, who owns hereditary meadows and has been selling hay for years. When he has to transport the bales, he also looks to make a commitment that is nearby. He does it so that he does not have to sell above the limit he has set for himself at BGN 3.30. Besides, these days he is quite busy, because the grass is quite abundant. "I am worried about the weather. If it rains and it settles down, mowing will be more difficult, and the fuel consumed will naturally be more. I follow the prognosis before, but also after mowing, because I have already suffered. Last year I ...
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