I have someone inquiring about winter pasture and I'm not sure how best to calculate pricing. I know the rule of thumb for fall dry cow is 2/3s the summer price for a pair. Is winter still roughly calculated the same? I realize they may have to do some protein supplement but the wear and tear of keeping wells up in winter for locations I normally shut down is giving me pause. I can't get a well guy to even visit for less than $1,500 and asking too little could leave me holding a bag. I also had talked to this person about summer and they ghosted, now they are back that it is dry.

Do some of you calculate off the price of hay atm? I know our local nrcs always wants to calculate off a 1 to 3 percent of value profit margin after expenses, with land value where it is it's pulling teeth to even get that 1 percent. Any links would also be appreciated.