# West River ranchers face feed concerns after rain

> Fall rain has settled dust and brought some green growth to pastures in western South Dakota, but local grass growth remains limited. Cattle producer Eric Jennings says many ranchers have found enough hay for winter, though some are still hauling it in at higher transport costs.

- Date: 2026-11-12 · published 2026-11-12T03:09:04.069Z
- Category: weather · region US · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/94798-west-river-ranchers-face-feed-concerns-after-rain
- Commodities: [Alfalfa Hay](https://feedsoft.ai/c/ALFALFA.md), [Grass Hay](https://feedsoft.ai/c/GRASSHAY.md)

## Why it matters

Limited pasture growth and higher hay prices, estimated at $200 to $300 per ton versus $120 to $140 last year, raise cattle feed costs and could push some producers to sell or move herds, adding to alfalfa and grass hay demand.

## Read by commodity

- ALFALFA: bullish ▲
- GRASSHAY: bullish ▲

## Sources

- kotatv.com: https://www.kotatv.com/2026/11/12/fall-rain-brings-some-relief-feed-remains-concern-west-river-ranchers/

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