The Subcompact Economy Hay Package: Your Gateway to Small-Farm Hay Production

For small-acreage farmers who want to step into hay production with confidence, affordability, and efficiency, haying independence is more than a catchphrase — it’s a realistic goal. Tractor Tools Direct champions this philosophy, empowering operators with compact equipment that unlocks control over forage quality and timing while providing the support to go with it – all at an affordable price point.

Why Haying Independence Matters

Many small farm operators are tired of paying high prices for hay. They are often disappointed by the quality of hay available on the markets, or they are fed up with the contract hay baler who doesn’t think their field is a priority. Too often these scenarios result in hay that is both high priced and of poor quality. Haying Independence means taking control — cutting, raking, and baling your own hay exactly when conditions are optimal.

The Ideal Starter Package for Small Acreage

At the heart of this move toward haying independence is the Subcompact Economy Hay Package, engineered specifically for subcompact and compact tractors. This complete haying trio brings together all the tools you need without breaking the bank:

• The Ibex Mini Round Baler with Twine Wrap – specially sized for lower HP tractors
• The Ibex TX49E Drum Mower – built to cut forage fast and efficiently
• The Ibex TX51 2 Wheel Rake – cleanly forms windrows for baling

Together, these implements transform modest acreage into productive hay ground — without oversized machinery or a steep learning curve — and at a budget-friendly price. Adding even more value to the investment is the unmatched customer service and support that Tractor Tools Direct provides along with it.

Perfect Fit for Compact Tractors

One of the biggest advantages of this hay package is its compatibility with smaller tractors. Compact and subcompact units excel on smaller parcels of land where maneuverability matters, and the components in this package are designed to match their size and power. Instead of adapting large, overpowered gear to a small farm context, this package fits naturally into the scale of the land you’re working — from fields behind the barn to rolling acreage tucked among pastures.

Whether you’re running 20 HP or a bit more, these implements ensure your tractor is doing real hay work without struggling, minimizing wear and maximizing performance.

Why This Package Is the Gateway

Here’s what makes the Subcompact Economy Hay Package an entry-level favorite for new hay producers:

• Easy to Operate: Designed for users new to hay making, with straightforward hookups and intuitive functions.
• Sized for Small Farms: Every implement works with compact tractors — perfect for homesteads, micro-farms, and acreage that doesn’t justify large equipment.
• Control Your Harvest Schedule: Don’t wait on others — cut and bale your hay when your forage is at its nutritional peak.
• Exceptional Customer Service/Support: Unlike the competitors, our team takes calls from the field and can ship parts and supplies overnight.  

Stack More Savings and Build a Better System

Tractor Tools Direct encourages and makes it easy for operators to think beyond just one implement. Purchasing three hay tools together, as in our Subcompact Economy Hay Package – comes with a 10% multi-implement discount, making it more affordable to equip your small farm for full hay production. This discount applies to ALL of our haying packages, and if you don’t see the configuration that works for you, you can even customize your own!

Take the First Step Toward Haying Independence

Haying independence is about freedom, feed quality, and self-sufficiency — and it starts with tools that match the scale of your farm. The Subcompact Economy Hay Package gives you the affordable entry point you need to start cutting, raking, and baling on your own schedule, using equipment your compact tractor can easily handle.

Whether you’re just starting or upgrading from rented baling services, this package sets the foundation for productive hay seasons to come — all without sacrificing control or efficiency.

To learn more about this hay package or others, visit our website here or give us a call at 260-BALE-HAY today. One of our team members will be happy to help you match the perfect hay equipment to your tractor and small farm needs!

Also be sure to check out Tractor Tools Direct’s very own step-by-step manual, Haying Independence: The Ultimate Guide to Small-Farm Hay Production for help getting started on your small farm’s sustainability venture.