Hay Maker 18-3-4 is a foliar fertilizer that increases hay & forage production. It can be tank-mixed with your herbicide and applied simultaneously. With its slow release liquid nitrogen, it is effective in increasing protein content.
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What is Hay Maker?
- Hay Maker is a foliar fertilizer containing slow-release nitrogen formulated to increase forage production of pastures and increase hay yield and protein content. Hay Maker is an environmentally responsible alternative to harsh chemicals.
How does it work?
- It slowly penetrates the leaf and provides a sustained foliar feeding lasting up to 2 weeks. The sustained release of nutrients along with the amino acids increases the photosynthetic activity in the leaf increasing chlorophyll resulting in a quick grow back and increment protein levels in plant tissue.
- Apply after the 1st
- Allow 1-2 hours for product to dry before rain.
- Animals can graze after 24 hours to allow product to dry and absorb into leaves.
- Apply 14 days prior to bailing hay.
- You can over-seed immediately after application.
Can I use Hay Maker on other plants?
- Yes, you can use it on Alfalfa, Brome, Crimson Clover, Orchard grass, Timothy grass and Pasture. Hay Maker puts the nutrients back between cuttings.
- Not Intended for Soil Applications. Check soil fertility levels to compensate for amount of nutrients needed and to determine number of sprays.
Can I use Hay Maker on my lawn?
- Yes, apply 6oz per gallon of water for every 1,000 sq. ft. 1-2 times per month as needed.
- Wait 4 or 5 days to cut grass after an application.
Where can I purchase Hay Maker?
- Hay Maker is available at Atwoods, Murdoch’s, Tractor Supply, and through our Distributors. Farmers can purchase direct with a minimum pallet purchase. Contact us at orders@organiclabs.com for more information.
What do I do if product freezes?
- Shake well. If product has clumps, strain them out.
- Make sure product stays in liquid form otherwise product will need to be replaced.
Can I apply with a broadleaf herbicide?
- Yes, you can combine both products and apply at the same time saving costs of having to make a separate application. The combination will cause the broadleaf weeds to die faster, since the nutrients uptake will lead to also more herbicide uptake, resulting in better weed control.
Can I apply to lawn grass with a surfactant?
- It is not recommended unless you are mixing another “treatment” with the Hay Maker. Just Hay Maker and water is best as it will wet the leaf surface and then dry there and get absorbed. A surfactant might make it flow off the leaf easier and end up in the soil where it will be a lot less effective. A surfactant is not necessary as Hay Maker will dissolve easily into the water of your tank sprayer.
How Much NPK am I obtaining per acre with the dilution rate listed in your label?
- You will obtain 1.87 lbs. of N, 0.312 lbs. of P and .416 lbs. of K per acre.
- Hay Maker is used to supplement the Urea (46% N) you would spread on the ground.
Why is Hay Maker better than a granular product?
- The Nitrogen being applied calculates to 1.87 lbs per acre, but the maximum benefits are achieved due to our high-performance ingredients. With 60% slow-release urea triazone (better than other forms of urea as it allows for a steady feed) and all higher performing ingredients, its value alone has been proven to maximize your profits. Will not run off your plants or property if it has time to dry before heavy rains.
- Hay Maker Active Ingredients:
**Triazone Urea. This is a liquid slow-release source of nitrogen.
- It is in a resinous form that sticks and slowly penetrates the leaf when used as a foliar spray.
- It is resistant to wash off from the weather.
- The microbes on the leaf slowly break it down into a form the leaf can absorb.
- In essence, a sustained foliar feeding for up to 2 weeks is obtained.
- New growth quickly occurs from a sustained foliar feeding
- The nitrogen goes directly into the leaf to create protein. Protein makes the hay more valuable
- Nearly 100% of nitrogen in Hay Maker is used by the plant. Far more efficient than soil applied nitrogen that needs to be taken up by the root.
**Potassium acetate. This form of potassium is by far the most efficient form of potassium for foliar application.
- In a University trial, up to 84% more potassium was absorbed by the plant than any other source of potassium.
- Potassium acetate is one of the safest of all sources of potassium, resulting in less chance of leaf burn and less stress on the plant.
What is the application rate using 3-Gallon backpack sprayer?
- Use 1 pint of Haymaker per fill and use entire 3 gallons to cover 1/8 of the acre. (You will need to mark it off into 8 parts).
How is Hay Maker available?
- In 2½ gallon containers, 30 & 55 Gallon drums and 250 Gallon totes.
If I have a 40 gal sprayer, is my math correct to use 3.2 quarts of hay maker to my full 40 gal sprayer to do 3 acres?
Hi William!
We recommend you use ¾ to 1 gallon for each acre. Your 40 gallon sprayer could best be used at 1 gallon and apply the entire batch on one acre. Repeat for the other acres.
I hope this helps!
P.S. to my previous post. Forgot to say I am using a Fimco 15 gal. sprayer with one Qt. Hay Maker per load and 5 loads exactly does the 3 ac. with a 2.5 gal jug from TSC
Hi Cody!
It sounds like you are using it correctly. The dew may impede the efficiency a bit so if you can wait until around 9:30 am, that would probably be best.
I hope this helps!
Have to start at daylight to avoid breeze that is up by 9:30 10:00 am Thanks for your input
I am in N.E. Fla. in summer the best time to spray is early a.m. to avoid any breeze. We have fairly heavy dew in the best time for applying. Should I use a stronger % of Hay Maker to make up for the extra dew water on the pasture?? It also rains nearly every evening from thunder storms. No way to avoid this combo. I like to spray 3 acres once a month. Any suggestions??
Can i apply forage seeds before using haymaker ?
Hello Kyle! Certainly, but the Hay Maker is a foliar fertilizer so it won’t help the seeds grow, but it won’t hurt them either.
Can I put this on sorghum suedan grass
Hi Paul! Yes, Hay Maker works with all grasses. Thanks!
My lawn has several young trees growing on it and bushes. Will it hurt if it gets on any of the trees or bushes? I would think it be beneficial to overspray them as well
Hi Larry!
Just like people, all plants react differently to different things. I can’t tell you exactly what will happen since I don’t know the types of trees and bushes that will be getting sprayed. However, our product is compatible with almost every type of plant. You can certainly try it on those plants and bushes. They will likely be fine, but if you are uncertain, try spraying in a small area to test it out.
Thanks!
I bought this product because it says on the 2.5 gallon bottle it will treat 3 acres. When I got home I read to mix 1 gallon with 50 gallons of water to treat 1 acre. All your comments above say to do this also. If I do this I will only be able to treat 2.5 acres, not 3 acres as the front labels says. Can you send me the other 1/2 gallon so I can treat 3 acres? I am using this product on 30 acres of bahia grass pasture for cattle to graze on. Your instructions above say to wait 24 hours before letting the cattle graze. Another comment says it will continue to feed grass for 2 weeks. Will I get better production if I keep the cattle of the sprayed field for 2 weeks?
Hi John! Thanks for your questions.
The application rate of 3 quarts per acre recommended on subsequent cuttings will actually treat 3.3 acres. The 1-gallon per acre is for the initial cut.
The reason we recommend 24 hours is 2-fold. 1. The cattle like the taste and will go lick it off the blade of grass and you’ve effectively wasted your money. 2. Once the treatment has dried, the plant will start absorbing the nutrients. That is the goal. It can’t feed the plant if the cattle have eaten the plant. Yes, if you could treat a pasture 2-weeks prior to grazing you would get the best results. Thank you so much for really understanding this product.
I plan on trying Hay Maker with my hayfield. I noticed the description said this:
* Apply after the 1st cutting.
* Apply 14 days prior to bailing hay.
Which is it? Or is it both?
In other words, do I apply 14 days before I bale after my 1st cutting, or do I apply immediately after my 1st cutting and again 14 days before I bale?
Hi Dennis!
Apply the Hay Maker after the first cutting at the first sign of regrowth. This will give the leaf the nutrients it needs when it needs it most. After that, use a more diluted mixture (3quarts:50 gallons) after each cut. It should be applied at least 14 days prior to bailing for maximum effect. In other words, give it at least 2 weeks to work its magic before you bale.
I hope this helps!
I have 2 acres of grass i’d like to fertilize. Im using a 25 gallon atv sprayer which at the rate it sprays I use all 25 gallons per acre. Could I use 2.5 gallons in a 25 gallon sprayer per acre at that spray rate? Thanks!
Hi Cory, thanks for your question!
Per the instructions on our Hay Maker, the recommended ratio for dilution for the first application is 1 gallon of Hay Maker:50 gallons of water per acre. I would recommend putting half a gallon of product in your sprayer to achieve the proper dilution.
After the first application, You can reduce the ratio to 3 quarts of product:50 gallons of water per acre. You will apply this amount after cutting at the first signs of regrowth.
I hope this helps!
1. We have 40 acres with a pond in the SE corner. The pond water is clear now. Will Haymaker affect the pond water as about 25 acres drain into the pond? 2. What size sprayer do you recommend I get for a 35 HP tractor?
Pond: Hay Maker is a foliar spray and should be applied on a dry day with minimal wind. This will ensure best results.
If it is applied in that manner, it will be absorbed by the plant and there should be no effect on your pond.
Sprayer: If you get a 50 gallon sprayer, you’ll only be able to mix 1 acre of material at a time.
It is proportional from there. A 500 gallon sprayer will be sufficient for a 10 acre mix.
I would personally try to get a 125 gallon sprayer. That would make it easy to use the 2.5 gallon jug. One jug would make 125 gallons of mix.
Thank you.
When using Hay Maker on lawn grass, will the use of a surfactant have a positive or negative effect on performance?
Mark,
We recommend not using a surfactant unless you are mixing another “treatment” with the Hay Maker.
Just Hay Maker and water is best as it will wet the leaf surface and then dry there and get absorbed.
A surfactant might make it flow off the leaf easier and end up in the soil where it will be less effective.
Thank you!
I planted maverick bermuda from seed. It’s two weeks old. Can I apply haymaker on it? If so, at what ratio?
Alejandro,
Yes, you may apply Hay Maker on Bermuda grass. We recommend waiting until after the first cutting.
Please follow the rate on the label.
Thank you.
Can you tell me how many bottles are in a pallet ?
Shantel,
There are 72 units (bottles) in a pallet.
Thank you.
Can I mix haymaker with pesticides. Carbaryl???
Al,
Yes,
That should be fine
Thank you.
2 questions.
Can I mix haymaker with 2 4 d and carbaryl and apply at the same time?
Does haymaker increase growth of grass or does it simply increase nutrient content?
Alejandro,
Can I mix Hay Maker with 2 4 d and carbaryl and apply at the same time?
Yes, it can be tank mixed, but we can’t guarantee stability of the mix. We’d suggest a small test mix prior to a large tank mix.
Does Hay Maker increase growth of grass or does it simply increase nutrient content?
Hay Maker will increase the grass growth and increase the protein within. So, it really does both.
Thank you!
It is July is it too hot in
90° +weather to use hay Maker
In the state of Oklahoma
James,
We advise to make all applications at the coolest time of the day.
Thank you.
Can this be used on pumpkins
Tim,
You may use it on Pumpkins but we are unsure of the benefits as we have not tested it on them.
Thank you.
Ok, I have 70 acres and a 300 and 500 gallon sprayer. How should I mix?
Kevin,
Apply 5 gallons of Hay Maker in the big sprayer (500 gallon size) and spread it over 5 acres.
Thank you.
I have a 100 gallon tank. Can I mix 5, 2.5 gallons of Haymaker at one time and spray 15 acres of coastal? The 100 gallons with one pass will do 15 acres.
Hello Alvin,
The recommended dose is 1 gallon of Hay Maker per acre. To do 15 acres, you would need 6 of the 2.5 gallon jugs. The Hay Maker is also very concentrated so you are to use 1 gallon of product in 50 gallons of water. If you were to apply it heavily concentrated, it would be advised to do a few flushes to prevent any type of burn. Please know that this method is not recommended. We suggest following the guidelines on the label.
I hope this helps!
Good Morning,
I want to use haymaker for our Bermuda grass here in Oklahoma. I have a 25 gal pull behind sprayer & have 30,000 sq ft of grass . Could you tell me how many oz of haymaker I need in my 25 gal tank ..
Thank you , Steve
Steve,
For the 6oz per 1,000 square feet rate, you should apply 1.5 gallons into the 25gallon sprayer for the entire area.
Thank you.
I have a 40 gallon pull behind sprayer and 4 acres of pasture with goats, donkeys, chickens, ducks and geese on it.
How much would I use in my sprayer to cover this area? And how much to mix?
Hi Tess!
Apply 1 gallon of Hay Maker product per acre in 50 gallons of water as a foliar spray. Wait 24 hours before allowing animals to graze so the product can fully absorb into the pasture.
I hope this helps! Thanks!
The PTO sprayer we have is set to spray 20 gallons per acre. Will that work with Hay Maker?
Tom,
Are you looking to apply 1 gallon of Hay Maker per 20 gallons of water? if so you can, just keep an eye for results, the label calls for 50 gallons per acre.
Are you unable to set your sprayer to 50 gallons?
Thank you.
Can I flood irrigate my field after applying hay maker?
Alejandro,
Yes, you can flood irrigate after applying Hay Maker. Please allow 24 hours after application.
Thank you
I didn’t see any golf courses using this on the greens. I own a 9 hole course in Southwest Virginia with A-4 bentgrass.that requires nitrogen occasionally. I plan on trying this on the greens after reading all of the useful comments. I will repost in a couple of weeks to let other people know the results.
Hi ! I have a fimco 60 gallon boomless sprayer that covers a little over 10′ . The pump is pto driven and I run it 100 psi . My question is at what speed should I be running my tractor to get the proper cover per acre ? Thanks
Ray,
Are you able to spray half an acre on one tank?
Thank you.
Hello, in looking for something for my hay field. We have 6 ac field we do hay on it and over the years we have been getting less bales. What do you suggest for that. I know I should use the hay maker but when and how often. I have a sprayer for my 4 wheeler. How do I know if I’m doing it correctly. I was told if I went 5 miles per hour it would be 25 pounds per acre. I got the mixing correct put how often and how fast would I go on the 4 Wheeler to get the right coverage.
Thank you.
Sue,
At your 5 mph speed, how many tanks at what volume do you use to spray the 6 acres?
If you use this formula you will get the results desired.
X tanks = 6 acres
24 quarts, / X = Quarts of Hay Maker per tank of mixture.
The only other variable you’ll have to consider is that we recommend at least 300 gallons of mixture for the 6 acres.
Send us what information you can and we can help.
Thank you.
Am I understanding this correctly on mixing instructions. That it is 1 gal of hay maker per acre mixed with 50 gal of water? So for 25 acre you need 25 gal of hay maker? Just not sure I’m understanding right.
Mike,
That is correct, 1 gallon of Hay Maker per 50 gallons of water, so for 25 acres you need 25 gal of Hay Maker mixed in with 1,250 gal of water.
Thank you.
Is haymaker a organic product I have someone who wants organic hay and I have used your product
Tom,
Hay Maker is not for use in organic crop and organic food production. However, it is an earth friendly product.
Thank you.
Can I apply it when dew is present?
Hello Jim.
Yes, but not too heavy of a dew. It works best when it can cling to the leaf or blade of the plant.
Thank you!
Will Hay Maker burn my field if left to long without watering? How long should I let it sit before watering?
Chris,
The application calls for the Hay Maker to be mixed with water, as long as you follow the label instructions there shouldn’t be any risk of burning.
Thank you.
Can I use haymaker in my chemigation unit which injects fertilizer into my 70 acre center pivot planted with orchard and brome grasses? If so, what is the correct mixture?
Tom,
Yes, you can use Hay Maker in your chemigation unit, please used 1 gallon per acre.
Thanks for using our product!
My sprayer and tractor are set for 10 gallon an acre. What is reasoning for that much water per acre. It takes 30- 45 minutes to fill a 200 gallon sprayer. I just applied 5 jugs on 15 acres. I guess we will see what happens.
Hi Cameron.
The water aids the Hay Maker because of it’s slow release liquid nitrogen. It will continuously feed the leaf and increase nutrient uptake.
You may not get the maximum results you are looking for, but it will definitely help out your pasture, using 2.5 gallons less than recommended.
Let us know the results!
Hi, I need to add some potassium to my fertilizer this year. Any ideas or products I can add to the spray tank?
Dave,
We suggest the phyto fos 0-28-26.
Phyto-Fos is a supplemental potassium fertilizer derived from potassium phosphite, a
product obtained when phosphorous acid is neutralized with potassium hydroxide.
Contains no available phosphate. Foliar fertilization is intended as a supplement to
regular fertilization program and may not, by itself, provide the nutrients normally
required by crops or other intended plants.
Thank you.
I see that this works well on forage. I have oats and wheet planted and it’s about 2 inches tall. How established should the new growth be before I apply.
Thank you,
Hay Maker does work well on forage and should work well on your oats and wheat.
Since the product works through foliar absorption, you should wait two more weeks until you spray.
Then you’ll want to re-apply 1-2 times per month.
Please email us before and after photos so we can share on facebook!
Can you use HayMaker on Deer food plots?
Hay Maker will work great on deer plots etc!!! Hay Maker will actually provide enhanced growth.
We recommend that you remove all grazing animals for a minimum of 24 hours. It is not because it is unsafe for the animals. It is so that the leaf can absorb and retain the nutrients in the Hay Maker before they are taken away from grazing animals.
It slowly penetrates the leaf and provides a sustained foliar feeding lasting up to 2 weeks. The sustained release of nutrients along with the amino acids increases the photosynthetically activity in the leaf increasing chlorophyll resulting in a quick grow back and increment protein levels in plant tissue.
Per the label instructions: Mix 1 gallon of Hay Maker to 50 gallons of water to treat 1 acre.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
Thanks so much for using our products and for your referrals!
We are proud to be a leading producer of earth friendly pesticides and fertilizers
Can you use haymaker on sorghum?
Haymaker has never been tested on sorghum.
Since this is off label, you can test a small area to see if it will help. It certainly will not hurt.
Please do not hesitate with any additional questions.
Can Haymaker be tank mixed with MSMA?
Yes, you can combine both products and apply at the same time saving costs of having to make a separate application. The combination will cause the broadleaf weeds to die faster, since the nutrients uptake will lead to also more herbicide uptake, resulting in better weed control.
Please do not hesitate with any additional questions.
What are the grazing restrictions for cattle, especially pregnant cows and young calves?
Wait 24 hours, this will allow the product to be absorbed by the leaf.
Please do not hesitate with any additional questions.
Can this product be applied using a 3 gal backpack sprayer. I have appox 1 acre in orchard grass.?
We recommend to use a pint of Hay Maker per fill and use the entire 3 gallons to cover 1/8th of your acre.
You will need to mark it off into 8 parts.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
Can you mix Hay Maker with a dye to tell where you’ve sprayed?
We want to thank you for writing to us and for viewing our website.
Yes, you can use dye.
If you’re spraying on grass or hay you won’t need to use dye. You will be able to see where you sprayed.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
Will your haymaker product also work effectively on vegetable plants. I’ve used a 20% soil fertilizer previously in my garden years back when a typical gardener could purchase the higher quantity. I was looking for the triple 10 product when I encountered your 18-3-4 liquid fertilizer. I want to mix it at a lower ratio such as 3/4:50 to avoid burning my plants. Your thoughts.
It’s a great idea to use Hay Maker for vegetables!
We recommend using 2 ounces of Hay Maker per gallon of water for small applications. You can always increase your application rate, if needed.
It should be applied early morning or late evening. There is very little risk of leaf burn when applied to plants, when used as directed. Do not freeze or spray in temperatures over 95°F.
During the summertime temperatures can stay above 95 degrees. During this time, we recommend spraying at night when there are cooler temperatures and the product has time to dry.
Wait 24 hours before harvesting, this will allow the product to be absorbed by the leaf.
We look forward to hearing your results.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
Is this product safe for home Lawn care use on (standard & Hybrid) Bermuda varieties in Oklahoma?
I’m confused about the amount of product to use. I have 1 acre with a 15 gallon pull behind sprayer.
If I manipulate the directions (1 gal to 50 gal of water per acre), 1/2 gal to 25 gal, further reduced to 1/4 gal for 12.5 gal tank., I’m guessing I roughly would need around 35 ozs of Haymaker for 15 gallons of water for 1 acre in that theory? However, I read in other posts that you recommended 6 ozs per gal for lawn use, or in my 15 gallon sprayer that would equate to 90 ozs.
I’m excited to try your product but don’t want to burn the yard by too spraying too much or not get the full benefit of the fertilizer by adding too little. Thanks for your time!
Haymaker is great for lawns!
You are right, it’s 6 oz per gallon of water for every 1000 sq ft. So if you have a 15 gallon sprayer, it will equate to 90oz. We recommend applying 1-2 times per month, as needed.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
My sprayer sprayes 48 oz per 1000 sq feet. Is that enough water
Per the label instructions: Mix 1 gallon of Hay Maker to 50 gallons of water to treat 1 acre. When using a sprayer, mix 2 gallons of Hay Maker with 100 gallons of water to treat 2 acres.
For lawn applications: Apply 6 oz per gallon per 1000 sq. ft. 1-2 times per month as needed.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
How often do you need to reapply or is it just a one-time use
We suggest applying once or twice a month, as needed.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
Can hay maker be used on Saint Augustine grass and Bermuda grass ?
Haymaker is great for lawns!
• It slowly penetrates the leaf and provides a sustained foliar feeding lasting up to 2 weeks. The sustained release of nutrients along with the amino acids increases the photosynthetically activity in the leaf increasing chlorophyll resulting in a quick grow back and increment protein levels in plant tissue.
For lawns we recommend to apply 6oz per gallon per 1000sq ft., 1-2 times per month, as needed.
You can find Haymaker at any Tractor Supply retail store.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
Thanks so much for using our products and for your referrals!
We are proud to be a leading producer of earth friendly pesticides and fertilizers!
How Long before it rains can I spray?
We want to thank you for writing to us and for viewing our website.
We recommend not spraying the Haymaker 24 hours before or after rain. This will allow the product to be absorbed by the leaf.
Please do not hesitate to reach out again with additional questions.
I have a 110 gal sprayer. How many gallons of water do I add to the 2.5 gallons of hay maker?
David,
It would depend on how many acres you want to treat.
Per the label instructions: Mix 1 gallon of Hay Maker to 50 gallons of water to treat 1 acre.
So if you want to fill your sprayer you can treat 2 acres by mixing 2 gallons of Hay Maker with 100 gallons of water.