Efficiently Feed Stock and Reduce Safety Issues with the Hay Express

Efficiency is Key!

In the heart of Central Victoria, farmer Brad Sandlant knows that efficiency is key when it comes to managing his land and livestock. Eight years ago, faced with the challenge of distributing large quantities of hay to his merino stock, Brad sought out a safer and more efficient alternative to the traditional method of loading hay onto the back of a ute and manually feeding it out. 

Reduce Occupational Health and Safety Concerns

With employees to consider and the ever-present risks associated with manual labor, Brad stated “We certainly see a benefit in using the Hay Express Trailer. Mainly our employees use it, it would be a concern if we were using the old school method. Times have changed and Occupational Health and Safety has to be looked at,” The Hay Express Trailer offers a way to distribute hay without putting operators at risk. By allowing the driver to remain safely in the ute cab while feeding out hay, this system not only prioritized occupational health and safety but also streamlined the entire process into a one-person operation, saving both time and labor.  Manufactured by Primary Sales in Western Australia, the Hay Express is specifically designed to distribute hay biscuits for feeding cattle and sheep with maximum efficiency. With the capacity to carry two large hay bales (measuring 4 x 4 or 4×3 with an option for 3 x 3 bales), the trailer transports the hay from the shed to the paddock with ease.  

What sets the Hay Express apart is its superior winch mechanism, which feeds the hay in evenly sized “biscuits.” This ensures that the livestock can feed from all directions with minimal trampling and wastage compared to traditional windrows. Not only reducing hay wastage but also promotes healthier grazing practices among the livestock.  

Having used one for the past eight years, Brad recently made the decision to purchase a second trailer. For Brad and many other farmers across Australia, the Hay Express Trailer isn’t just a piece of equipment – it’s a vital tool that has transformed the way they manage their farms.