Wet weather ideas for your Round Bale Hay NetsUpdated 15 days ago

One question we get asked a lot from our customers is 'What do I do with my hay net in rainy weather?' Our customers are always informing us of their wet weather ideas and here are some of the recent ideas we have been sent

Below are just a few suggestions for keeping your round bale dry with rain forecast.

"With of course our GutzBusta Slow Feed Hay Nets full bale knotless hay net inside to stop wastage and keep our girl entertained. The perfect set up for over winter to stop hay getting wet, no wastage and drainage at the bottom so water doesn't stay in the bottom. Best of all it's easy to move around so you can move it to avoid horses or turning up one particular stop and standing in mud pits. An old water container base that's been welded to make a hay feeder."

Belinda

Hay Huts work great with GutzBusta® Slow Feed Hay Nets for both weather protection and keeping hooves away from nets.

GutzBusta Round Bale in Shelter with gates as barrier for shod horses

One client showed us their hay net in an Advantage Feeder. This not only keeps feet away from the bale and netting, but also protects the bale against rain.

It is important to never put out more hay than the animals will eat within a one to 2 day period if the hay does get wet. In hot, humid conditions, this time period may be shorter. It purely depends on the type of hay used, time of year, humidity and how palatable the hay is.

If you suspect that rain is coming and you are using a round bale then simply throwing a tarp over the top of the hay net and securing it with stretchy straps often works for a quick and easy solution, as well the many ideas mentioned above.

We thank our customers for contributing to our social media, Blog, and giving us your hints, tips and ideas. Sharing your information with us on how our hay nets have helped make your lives easier in regards to managing your horses and livestock is very much appreciated.

Nikki and The GutzBusta Team 💖