We've seen some changes in testing, I can test a sample of hay--after I get it to the lab -- in as little as ten minutes, if I do a wet test.

Generally dairy hay is tested in order to gage animal performance. Animals will perform better with higher-protein hay. As hay matures though, protein goes down, so we've devised a hay check to help farmers out.

There was once a spirited feral mustang broken in by her stern rider. It was a harmonious relationship for the most part but, like any relationship, she tested the boundaries he placed on her and threw him...Would the rider, having suffered his own wound, retaliate, discipline or forgive?

We had a special test to see if there were any surfactants (such as dish detergent) in a sample.

Fiber is important, as long as you keep it down.

Everyone has their own methods, but growers should really find a lab they like and stick with it.