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Sometimes, humidity or dampness (water vapor) in the air can supply enough moisture for mold growth. Indoor relative humidity (RH) should be kept below 60 percent -- ideally between 30 percent and 50 percent, if possible. Low humidity may also discourage pests (such as cockroaches) and dust mites.
Percent dry matter tells you how much water is in the hay. Good quality hay should be more than 90% dry matter, which means that moisture should be less than 10%. If dry matter is less than 90%, expect problems with forage quality and long-term storage as the hay will likely mold in a few months.