Making sure that the shed that you store your hay in is in good condition is important. First of all, if it’s not in good working order hay can be wasted (which means your money, too) and secondly it can seriously harm your animals. Here are a few ideas from Equisearch.com to keep your hay in great condition:
Watertight is right
Letting water get through the roof and onto your hay is the easiest way to make the hay unusable. Make sure you are proactive about spotting leaks and getting them fixed as quickly as possible.
Bale rotation
Leaving old bales of hay in the back will make it easier for you to forget about them. Eventually they will become too old and unusable. Whenever you bring new hay into your storage shed, rotate the old bales to the front while placing the new ones in the back.
Rooting out the rodents
Undoubtedly, one of your biggest potential problems could be rodents getting into your shed. Be sure to cover any holes with rat-wire mesh and if they are getting through under your entrance, install a raised lip on the floor or a door sweeper.
Source: Equisearch.com