How the Triple Hitch Changed Our Small Square Baling Process Forever
Three balers. One tractor. One crazy idea that stuck. The Triple Hitch means fewer dusty bales, more consistency, and enough hay to keep high-performance horses and easy keepers fed year-round.
The Real Cost of Dusty Hay (and Why We Avoid It at All Costs)
Cheap hay gets expensive fast if it sends you to the vet. Dust-free, clean bales are non-negotiable at Toews & Bale.
Orchard Grass vs. Timothy (and Why We’ve Broken Up With Brome)
Hay isn’t just hay, it’s a science and an art. 🌱 Orchard grass, Timothy, Alfalfa… each tells a different story in the bale. Here’s how we decide what to seed, and why it matters to your animals.
Top Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Baling
25 years. Over a million bales. And a whole lot of mistakes we only needed to make once. 🌾 From bad twine to empty fuel tanks, here are the top lessons that keep Toews & Bale running strong.
Why Every Bale Deserves a Feed Test
Not all hay is created equal. 🐴🐄 A simple feed test can mean the difference between weight gain, respiratory issues, or happy, healthy animals. Here’s why we test every single field we bale.
Burnout and Baling: Why Farmer Wellbeing Matters Too
Farmers aren’t machines. (Even if we sometimes feel like one.) Taking care of our nervous systems is just as important as taking care of the fields.

