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Iowa Hay Business Supports Drought-Affected Farmers

Iowa Hay Business Supports Drought-Affected Farmers


By Andi Anderson

Amidst widespread drought conditions impacting farmland nationwide, a hay business in Indianola, Iowa, is extending a helping hand to out-of-state farmers facing hay shortages.

The persistent drought in recent years has significantly reduced hay production across the country, leaving farmers grappling with diminished yields for their barns. According to Jaret Koenig and his father-in-law, Carl Sloater, the key to ample hay production lies in consistent rainfall. Hay serves a dual purpose as both a crucial food source for barn animals and as insulation for barns during colder weather.

Operating from Warren County, Jaret Koenig and his family manage The Hay Depot, offering hay, straw, and corn stocks to those in need. Their business model operates with efficiency akin to a drive-thru service. Customers can easily schedule appointments via phone or social media and simply drive to the barn, where the team at The Hay Depot swiftly loads their orders into their trucks. Notably, customers can complete their transactions without ever leaving their vehicles, with the capacity to transport up to 945 bales of hay in a single semi-truck load.

The Hay Depot's reputation for reliability has drawn customers from as far afield as Oklahoma and Texas, underscoring the acute need for hay supplies amid drought conditions. However, for Koenig and his family, their enterprise is about more than financial gain. They view their business as a means of serving others while instilling valuable lessons in their children about the rewards of hard work and customer service.

For those seeking hay or related products, The Hay Depot can be contacted at (515) 240-8168. Their location is 11335 Nevada Street in Indianola.

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