CYA Exchange LLC

Did You Know??? — It’s Not Just a Saying
When something “goes haywire,” you’re using a phrase rooted in real farm life. It’s a little piece of agricultural history tucked into everyday conversation. The word “haywire” originally referred to the thin wire farmers used to bind hay bales. It was handy… but it kinked, snapped, and tangled at the worst possible moments. No wonder the word became a nickname for anything that suddenly goes wrong. By the early 1900s, “haywire” had jumped from the farm to everyday language. People began using it to describe anything chaotic — from machinery to moods to Monday mornings.

What a great start to our week. Thanks to all our sellers, bidders, and buyers for coming today. We are also celebrating our hard-working youth, getting the job done here at the sale barn and in the show ring. Keep it up!! Everyone enjoy this beautiful weather and have a great week. To see today's sales results, click on this link: https://www.cyaexchange.com/2026-sale-results, then click on today's date.

Getting ready for tomorrow, Monday, June 8, 2026: feeder calves, cows, and bulls already in the barn.

Kitchen specials:
# 1 Ham, Parsley potatoes, Roasted vegetables, salad and dessert. $8.00
# 2 Coney dog with French Fries. $6.00
# 3 Chili and grilled cheese. $6.00.

Endless Treasures 9am
Eggs/Chickens/Rabbits 11:30am
Hay/Outside Endless Treasures 12 noon
Livestock 1:30pm

It's hay season! 🌿 Did you know you can get your hay tested at Ohio State - Carroll County Extension Office ? Find out the quality of your hay and if you need add supplements for proper nutrition for your livestock. The extension office is offering this service at a reduced cost through July 30 of this year. See attached form or contact Sandy for details: [email protected]
🚜Happy harvesting and be safe out there; we know you are all anxious to get the crop in but safety is always more important.

Did You Know???
Time goes so quickly! I was going through pictures trying to find a certain image (which I still did not find) and came across these two being their normal silly sale barn selves over the years! What sale barn pictures do you have from years past that you can share in the comments?

So glad to see so many out and about on this beautiful day. Thanks so much to our sellers, bidders, and buyers. Also want to give a shout-out to our wonderful staff. We really appreciate them and the work they do each week. Enjoy the week. To view today's sales results, click this link: https://www.cyaexchange.com/2026-sale-results, and then click today's date.

Ready for tomorrow, Monday, June 1, 2026: feeders, goat, cows and new smelling hay! Also 19 feeders from one farm will be in the barn late tonight.

Kitchen specials:
#1 Chicken & stuffing casserole, veggies, salad & dessert $8
#2 Chicken wrap with potato wedges or roasted veggies $7
#3 grilled cheese with chili $6

Endless Treasures 9am
Eggs/Poultry/Rabbits 11:30am
Hay/Outside Treasures 12 noon
Livestock 1:30pm

Headed our way for tomorrow, Monday, June 1, 2026: 3 bull feeders and 2 feeder heifers from one of our local regulars.

Kitchen opens 7am
Endless Treasures 9am
Eggs/Poultry/Rabbits 11:30am
Hay/Outside Misc 12 noon
Livestock 1:30pm

💡 Did You Know??? – Helping Keep CYA Exchange Running Smoothly

At CYA Exchange, every item on the tables belongs to a consignor who trusted us to sell their goods fairly and accurately. When items are taken without being purchased — whether by accident or intentionally — it affects more than just the sale.

Here’s how missing items impact the Exchange:

Consignors lose income: Each item is part of someone’s hard work. When something goes missing, that consignor doesn’t get paid for it.

It slows down the sale process: Staff must stop to investigate, re-check tables, and adjust paperwork — which delays the flow for everyone.

It affects trust: CYA Exchange works because buyers and sellers trust the process. Keeping items where they belong helps maintain that trust.

We know mistakes happen — truly. If you ever realize you picked up the wrong item or forgot to check out, just let us know. We’re always happy to help make it right.

Together, we can keep the Exchange fair, smooth, and enjoyable for everyone. Thank you for being part of our community 🌾💛