1. A method for optimizing collection of a windrowed crop comprising the steps of: receiving first condition date; estimating a moisture level of the crop based on the first condition data; determining first optimal collection parameters based on the estimated moisture level of the crop; collecting a first portion of the crop with a baler according to the first optimal collection parameters; during the collection of the first portion of the crop, receiving a measured moisture level of the crop; determining revised optimal collection parameters based on the measured moisture level of the crop; and alerting an end user of a recommended schedule for collecting a second portion of the crop in accordance with the revised optimal collection parameters.