John Deere 1 series round baler for 2026 model year

John Deere balers get weave automation

The manufacturer’s 1 Series balers get additional features for 2026

John Deere’s 1 Series round balers for 2026 will include an automated weaving hitch that oscillates the unit over a windrow to better form a “square-shouldered” round bale.



Different materials can be used to
cover hay, but properly secured
black plastic works well particularly
because snow slides off easily.

Tips for protecting hay quality over winter

Research shows single bale rows are better than a pyramid stack

Several methods can help preserve feed quality and reduce moisture damage in your winter hay supply. Warren Rusche, feedlot and beef management specialist with South Dakota State University, says the ideal way to store hay is under cover in a shed, but this works best for square bales. It’s usually not practical for round bales […] Read more