a core sampling system for removing sample cores of material from biomass bales , which includes a base member , a supporting member extending from and moveable relative to the base member , and a rotatable corer extending from the supporting member . the rotatable corer includes a first elongated tube at least partially surrounding a second elongated tube and a distal tip extending from a distal end of the second elongated tube . the system also includes a transport tube in communication with an inner area of the second elongated tube .