What is the National Hay Association (nationalhay.org) and how do I join or log in?

nationalhay.org is the official website of the National Hay Association (NHA), a U.S. national trade association for the hay industry. It is a non-profit organization funded entirely through membership dues, and it represents hay producers, brokers, dealers, and consumers of forage products, along with businesses that supply products and services to the hay industry. If you work in or around the hay trade and want industry representation, news, and events, the site is the place to join or log in.

What the NHA is and who it represents

The NHA describes itself as working daily within the industry, with federal agencies, and with Congress to create an environment that benefits hay merchants and the people who depend on hay and straw in their commerce. Its stated motto is "Not for Self, but for All."

Membership and representation cover:

• Hay producers
• Brokers and dealers
• Consumers of forage products
• Businesses providing products and services to the hay industry

Because the organization is funded entirely through dues, joining is the primary way to support and take part in its work.

How to join the NHA

The site provides a direct path to membership:

1. Go to the Join the NHA section in the main menu.
2. Open the NHA Online Application to apply.
3. If you want to see what membership looks like first, use Sample our Online Membership Directory.

The homepage also promotes joining with the line "Take a Chance on the NHA!" and notes that joining now is the entry point for new members. The site does not publish pricing or payment details in the available material, so check the online application for current dues and terms.

How to log in

The site offers a standard member login plus social sign-in options:

• Log in with Google
• Log in with Microsoft
• Log in with Apple

There is also a Remember me option and a Forgot password link for account recovery. Logged-in members can access the online membership directory and other member resources.

What you can find on the site

Beyond membership, the site organizes NHA information and resources into several areas:

The Bi-Weekly Hay Reports under NHA News & Resources are a notable ongoing resource for market information.

Events and ways to get involved

The NHA runs an Annual Convention and lists upcoming events on the site. Event registration availability changes, and the site notes when registration is not yet open ("Event Registration not available - check back soon!").

One current involvement opportunity is the Call for Silent Auction Donations tied to the Annual Convention. Proceeds support two initiatives:

• NHA Sponsorship of New Members (funding new members' travel to their first meeting)
• NHA Scholarship Program

Suggested donation items include baskets of local products (honey, jam, syrup), hay antiques, NHA memorabilia, advertising items from member companies, baby items, homemade or specialty products, and agricultural products or services. The site invites interested parties to reach out to donate or get more information.

Quick reference

• Official site: nationalhay.org
• To join: Join the NHA → NHA Online Application
• To log in: Use Google, Microsoft, or Apple sign-in, or standard login with password recovery
• Key resource: Bi-Weekly Hay Reports
• Key event: Annual Convention (registration timing varies)