MODOT says dry weather has brought renewed interest from farmers who want to cut hay along Missouri highways. State maintenance engineer Beth Wright says getting permission is not difficult. Farmers have to apply for a permit so MODOT knows who’s working and where. Permits are free.

Wright says MODOT often begins hearing from farmers when they can’t get enough hay off their own land. Haying is not allowed along Interstates or other busy roads. For more information from the MODOT office in Saint Joseph, call 816.387.2350.