Mormom Hay Derrick

In Mantua Utah, the term “Mormon Hay Derrick” referred to a specific type of hay stacking device used in the regions agricultural history, particularly by early settlers.

Here’s what makes them noteworthy:

• Historical Significance: Hay derricks plated a crucial role in early farming practices, especially in horse powered agriculture where stacking hay efficiently was vital for livestock feed. They were often associated with Mormon settlers and their unique agricultural traditions in the west.

• Design and Function: These were typically homemade devices consisting of a tall pole with a rotating boom. Using ropes, pulleys, and often a single horse, they would lift a fork full of hay and drop it onto a stack, allowing farmers to build large haystacks in their fields.