There is no "absolute" answer. What tillage method works best would depend on what the ground needs. In most cases, hay fields tend to be compacted. Best results would then be from deep ripping or at least chisel plowing. Rototilling sod ground tends to produce a "fluffy" seed bed. That's not usually the best possible scenario for seeding a grass crop into. And for the record, I've had my BEST results without any tillage. I do a burndown spray, no-till the new crop after broadcast fertilizing. That doesn't always work in every climate and soil type, but it works incredibly well here. Tillage destroys organic matter, causes erosion, and in some conditions, dries out the soil too much at a time when rain fall may or may not be adequate.
My best advice is to consult county soil and water district/county agent and get localized opinion.
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