{"product_id":"bale-feeder","title":"Bale Feeder","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=57E3F271-FC31-4429-9B4D-E901BDE59821\"\u003eSEE ALL OF OUR HAY FEEDERS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSee more details and video below\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBehlen Country Square Bale Hay Feeder for Cattle, Miniature Horses, and Donkeys\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Behlen Country Square Bale Feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e is built tough to handle the feeding needs of large livestock like cattle while still accommodating smaller animals such as miniature horses and donkeys. With a heavy-duty frame, smart bar spacing, and a durable powder-coated finish, this feeder is designed for years of reliable service while helping you reduce hay waste and save on feed costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"23\"\u003eDuraBale Feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rugged, cost-effective solution for feeding both large square and stacked small square bales. Constructed from durable 2\" diameter tubing and 16-gauge steel, it features a 360° welded design that ensures strength and longevity. Its modular, drop-pin assembly makes setup quick and easy, while the 17-inch vertical bar spacing provides safe access for cattle, miniature horses, and donkeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHOP ALL OF OUR \u003ca title=\"Hay Feeders for horses\" href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/collections\/horse-hay-feeders\"\u003eHORSE HAY FEEDERS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHay Feeder Pictures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hay-feeder-gallery\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageGallery\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Hay-Feeder-e1746029719561.png\" data-lightbox=\"hay-feeder\" data-title=\"Heavy-duty round hay feeder\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Hay-Feeder-e1746029719561.png\" alt=\"Heavy-duty round hay feeder for cattle\" itemprop=\"thumbnail\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Hay-Feeder-with-Cow-Sleeping-e1746029727985.png\" data-lightbox=\"hay-feeder\" data-title=\"Hay feeder with resting cow\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Hay-Feeder-with-Cow-Sleeping-e1746029727985.png\" alt=\"Cow resting beside hay feeder\" itemprop=\"thumbnail\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Hay-Feeder-Being-Assembled-e1746029738707.png\" data-lightbox=\"hay-feeder\" data-title=\"Hay feeder assembly process\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Hay-Feeder-Being-Assembled-e1746029738707.png\" alt=\"Assembly of metal hay feeder\" itemprop=\"thumbnail\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Hay-Feeder-with-Ponies-e1746029747245.png\" data-lightbox=\"hay-feeder\" data-title=\"Ponies feeding from hay feeder\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Hay-Feeder-with-Ponies-e1746029747245.png\" alt=\"Ponies feeding from metal hay feeder\" itemprop=\"thumbnail\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hay-feeder-with-cows-eating-e1746029756518.png\" data-lightbox=\"hay-feeder\" data-title=\"Cattle eating from hay feeder\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/hay-feeder-with-cows-eating-e1746029756518.png\" alt=\"Multiple cows eating from hay feeder\" itemprop=\"thumbnail\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .hay-feeder-gallery {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(150px, 1fr));\n    gap: 12px;\n    max-width: 100%;\n    margin: 1em 0;\n  }\n\n  .hay-feeder-gallery a {\n    display: block;\n    border: 2px solid #ccc;\n    border-radius: 6px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    transition: border-color 0.3s ease, transform 0.3s ease;\n  }\n\n  .hay-feeder-gallery a:hover,\n  .hay-feeder-gallery a:focus {\n    border-color: #888;\n    transform: scale(1.05);\n    z-index: 1;\n  }\n\n  .hay-feeder-gallery img {\n    width: 100%;\n    height: auto;\n    display: block;\n    object-fit: cover;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 480px) {\n    .hay-feeder-gallery {\n      grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(120px, 1fr));\n      gap: 10px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e All-steel construction, with powder-coat finish and \u003cstrong\u003e360-degree welds!\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeder Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96\" L x 48\" W x 52\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 181 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBar Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 inches (ideal for cattle, miniature horses, donkeys)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to disassemble and move\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vertical bar style with open-bottom skirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drop pin connections for easy setup and portability - no tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cattle, miniature horses, donkeys, and other similar-sized livestock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\" class=\"video-gallery\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eHay Feeder Video of Assembly and Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta content=\"Watch our detailed video showcasing the assembly process and key features of our durable hay feeder, designed for large livestock.\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; padding-top: 5px; padding-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 560px; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jNs_5FPNEM8\" title=\"Hay Feeder Assembly and Features\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: none;\" loading=\"lazy\" itemprop=\"contentUrl\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.video-gallery {\n  padding: 20px;\n  background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\n  max-width: 600px;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDurable Powder-Coated Steel Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis feeder is finished with Behlen Country’s signature \u003cstrong\u003e“hard-as-nails” powder-coat finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering superior resistance to rust, weather, and corrosion. Unlike painted finishes that chip or fade, this rugged powder coating extends the life of your investment and helps your feeder maintain its good looks and performance over the long haul, even in harsh outdoor conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafe Vertical Bar Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e17-inch vertical bar spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures safe and comfortable access to hay for livestock of all sizes. This spacing keeps animals from climbing into the feeder and reduces potential injuries while feeding. It’s ideal for cattle but also suitable for smaller animals like miniature horses and donkeys, making it a truly versatile feeding solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen Bottom Skirt: Multi-Species Feeding Access\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most convenient features of this feeder is its \u003cstrong\u003eopen-bottom skirt design\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows smaller animals to feed through the lower section while also ensuring that hay that falls is still accessible, helping you get the most out of every bale. This design reduces waste, keeps hay contained, and saves you money over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRugged Build for Heavy Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for strength and stability, this feeder is engineered to stand up to the wear and tear from larger animals like bulls and beef cattle. The all-steel welded frame and precision bar spacing create a structure that holds its shape and integrity even after repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy Assembly \u0026amp; Portability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe feeder features a \u003cstrong\u003eloop and pin connection system\u003c\/strong\u003e that allows for quick and easy assembly. This simple design not only makes it easy to set up but also allows for straightforward disassembly and transport when you need to move the feeder to another area. It’s perfect for rotational grazing or adjusting for changing pasture conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeed Efficiency and Waste Reduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContaining hay within a feeder is one of the most effective ways to \u003cstrong\u003ereduce feeding waste\u003c\/strong\u003e and lost income from trampled, spoiled hay. By keeping square bales off the ground and organized, the Behlen Country feeder promotes cleaner feeding, minimizes hay loss, and helps ensure your livestock receive the nutrition they need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Behlen Country Bale Feeder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lasting powder-coat finish stands up to outdoor elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces hay waste and keeps feeding areas cleaner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccommodates multiple animal types, including small livestock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe, strong, and efficient feeding with vertical bar spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable and easy to assemble with a loop and pin design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for use in pastures, barns, and feedlots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInvest in efficiency, safety, and durability with the Behlen Country Square Bale Hay Feeder\u003c\/strong\u003e—a feeder that pays for itself in feed savings and dependable performance season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Behlen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46943831359733,"sku":"26170012","price":579.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/hay-feeder-with-cows-eating-e1746029756518.png?v=1759776064","url":"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/bale-feeder","provider":"Barn World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}