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View nutrition analyses for energy sources used in horse feed ingredients in the Mad Barn Equine Feed Database. This category includes dietary components that contribute calories to the equine diet, including fat, fiber, starch, sugar, and protein.
Compare nutrient profiles for different energy sources to understand how ingredients supply calories, support body condition, and fit into a balanced feeding program. Use this database to evaluate ingredients by calorie contribution, digestibility, fiber content, fat content, starch and sugar levels, and their role in meeting your horse’s energy requirements.
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Psyllium (Mad Barn)
Fiber
Gut Health
Hindgut
StressPsyllium by Mad Barn is a powdered psyllium supplement that supports digestion and gut health in horses. It absorbs water in the digestive tract, helping support normal gut motility and manure consistency, and is beneficial for horses exposed to sandy conditions, environmental stress, or dietary changes.
w-3 Oil (Mad Barn)
Coat Quality
Fat
Joints
Omega 3-6-9w-3 Oil by Mad Barn is an essential fatty acid supplement fortified with the omega-3 DHA and natural Vitamin E. W-3 Oil helps to support joint health, coat quality, cardiovascular health and weight maintenance.
Commercial Feeds & SupplementsEnergy SourcesSupplementsFatJoint SupplementsRespiratory SupplementsSkin & Coat SupplementsImmune SupplementsCalming SupplementsWeight Gain SupplementsReproductive SupplementsOmega-3 SupplementsComfort & Recovery SupplementsOils & Fat SupplementsSenior Horse Supplements
Soybean Hulls Brazil Loose
FiberHindgut
Nutrition
ProteinSoybean hulls are a byproduct of oil extraction from soybeans. It is a highly digestible fibre source for horses and can be included in ruminant, swine, and poultry diets.
Soybean Hulls Brazil Pellets
FiberGut HealthNutritionProteinSoybean hulls are a byproduct of oil extraction from soybeans. It is a highly digestible fibre source for horses. It is often pelleted to reduce bulkiness.
Soybean Meal – Extruded
Amino AcidFatProtein
ToplineExtruded soybean meal is a by-product of soybean oil processing extracted using extrusion methods and not solvents. The end product is a protein-rich meal.
Soybean Meal (Modesto Milling)
Energy
GrowthProtein
Weight IssuesSoybean meal from Modesto Milling is made from 100% organic soybeans. Soybean meal is a great source of amino acids for horses that required additional protein and energy in their diet.
Soybean Meal (West Feeds)
Caloric Energy
MuscleProteinToplineSoybean Meal by West Feeds is a high-protein concentrate that can be used to add energy to the equine diet. This feed provides 47% protein and 7% fibre content.
Soybean Meal 44% CP – Solvent Extracted
Amino AcidFatProteinToplineSoybean meal is a by-product of soybean oil extraction using a solvent. The end product after the oil is extracted is a protein-rich meal that contains 44% crude protein.
Soybean Meal 47.5% CP – Solvent Extracted
Amino AcidFatProteinToplineSoybean meal is a by-product of soybean oil extraction that utilizes a solvent. The end product after oil extraction is a protein-rich meal that contains 47.5% crude protein.
Soybean Meal Brazil Coarse
Caloric EnergyMuscleProteinToplineSoybean meal is a high-protein, high-energy feed for all classes of livestock. Coarse grinding reduces the risk of digestive upset.
Soybean Meal Brazil Finely Ground
Caloric EnergyMuscleProteinToplineSoybean meal is a high-protein feed for all classes of livestock. Fine grinding increases the risk of digestive upset in some species but improves nutrient digestibility.
Soybean Meal Mexico Coarse
Caloric EnergyMuscleProteinToplineSoybean meal is a high protein and energy feed for all classes of livestock. Coarse grinding reduces the risk of digestive upset.
Soybean Meal Mexico Finely Ground
Caloric EnergyMuscleProteinToplineSoybean meal is a high-protein feed for all classes of livestock. Fine grinding increases nutrient digestibility but increases the risk of digestive upset in some species.
Soybean Oil
Coat QualityEnergyFatWeight IssuesSoybean oil is an energy-dense calorie source used for performance horses and hard keepers. It is higher in beneficial omega-3 fatty acids than other plant-based oils.
Soybean Residue Brazil Coarse
Caloric EnergyFiberProteinToplineSoybean residue is a byproduct of soybean harvest. Ground soybean residue can be used to increase dry matter content of livestock diets.
Soybean Residue Brazil Finely Ground
Caloric EnergyFiberProteinToplineSoybean residue is a byproduct of soybean harvest. It can be ground to increase dry matter content of livestock diets.
Soybeans – Rolled Roasted
FatProteinToplineWeight IssuesRolled, roasted soybeans are made from whole soybeans that have been roasted and crushed to increase the surface area. The heat from roasting destroys trypsin inhibitors that interfere with protein digestion. Rolled soybeans are an excellent source of dietary fat and protein, and are highly palatable to horses.
Soybeans – Steam Flaked
Caloric EnergyProteinToplineWeight IssuesSteam flaked soybeans are exposed to high temperature steam and flaked to increase the bean's surface area. The steaming and flaking process results in a highly digestible, high-protein feedstuff.
Soybeans – Whole Extruded
Amino AcidFatProteinToplineWhole, extruded soybeans are made by processing whole soybeans using extrusion methods. The extrusion process uses pressure and heat to destroy anti-nutritive factors and increase the digestibility of the soybeans.
Soybeans – Whole Flaked
Caloric Energy
Low NSC FeedsProteinToplineWhole, flaked soybeans are made with de-fatted soybeans that are flaked. Similar to rolling, flaking exposes the soybean to more surface area, which increases the rate of digestibility.
Soybeans – Whole Raw
Caloric EnergyProteinToplineWeight IssuesFeeding raw soybeans to horses is not recommended. Whole raw soybeans contain anti-nutritive factors which are degraded when they are heated.
Soybeans – Whole Roasted
Amino AcidFatProteinToplineWhole, roasted soybeans are made from whole soybeans that are roasted. The heat from roasting destroys trypsin inhibitors that interfere with protein digestion. Whole, roasted soybeans are an excellent source of dietary fat and protein. They are highly palatable to horses.
Steam Rolled Oats (Hansen Mueller Co)
EnergyFat
Grains
NutrientsSteam Rolled Oats by Hansen Mueller Co contains 11% crude protein, 4% fat, and 3% crude fibre on an as-fed basis.
Steamed Crimped Oats (Woody’s Horse Nutrition)
DigestionGrains
Health
PerformanceWoody’s Steamed Crimped Oats is intended to provide additional protein (11.5%) and energy to horses in heavy to intense work. Crimped oats are palatable and digestible compared to whole oats.
Stockman’s Sweet Glaze Molasses (Kalmbach Feeds)
Caloric EnergyEnergy
FlavorWeight IssuesStockman's Sweet Glaze Molasses is a liquid molasses supplement for horses, cattle, sheep and goats. It is used to improve feed palatability and consistency, as well as provide calories and vitamins.
Sugar – Confectioners
Caloric EnergyEnergy
IngredientWeight IssuesConfectioners sugar is finely ground sugar cane (granulated sugar) used in the baking and confectionery industry. This powdered sugar is sometimes used in animal food production.
Sugar – Lactose
Caloric EnergyEnergyIngredientWeight IssuesLactose, a sugar commonly found in milk, is a disaccharide made up of one glucose and one galactose molecule.
Sugar – Sucrose
Caloric EnergyEnergyIngredientWeight IssuesSucrose, also known as table sugar, is a diasaccharide molecule made up of one glucose and one fructose molecule. Sucrose is produced naturally in plants
Sugarcane Bagasse Brazil Fine Chop
Caloric EnergyFiber
ForageNutritionBagasse is fibrous material that remains following juice extraction from sugarcane. It is high in fibre and has low digestibility, which is why it is fed to ruminants as a cheap forage source.
Sugarcane Bagasse Brazil Long
Caloric EnergyFiberForageNutritionBagasse is a byproduct of sugarcane juice production. It is a fibrous material with low digestibility that is used in ruminant diets.
Sugarcane Bagasse Brazil Medium Chop
Caloric EnergyFiberGut HealthNutritionSugarcane bagasse is the fibrous material that remains after extraction of sugarcane juice. It is chopped to varying lengths and fed to ruminants.
Sugarcane Bagasse Hydrolized Brazil Fine Chop
Caloric EnergyFiberGut HealthNutritionBagasse is the remaining pulpy fibrous material that is produced when sugarcane is crushed to extract its juice. It can be chopped into different lengths and is commonly used in feed for ruminants. The process of hydrolyzing bagasse refers to using water to break apart molecular bonds, a chemical reaction that helps to increase its digestibility.
Sugarcane Bagasse Hydrolized Brazil Long
Caloric EnergyFiberGut HealthNutritionBagasse is the dry, pulpy, fibrous substance that remains after crushing sugarcane to extract its juice. It can be chopped to varying lengths and serves as a raw material for producing feed for ruminants. Hydrolyzed refers to a chemical change in which molecular bonds are broken as they react with water.
Sunflower Meal – 26% CP 3% EE
Caloric EnergyLow NSC FeedsProteinToplineSunflower meal is a byproduct of the extraction of oil from sunflower seeds. The nutritional profile varies depending on the content of hulls in the meal. This feed is safe for horses but may not be palatable in high quantities.
Sunflower Meal – 40% CP 2% EE
Caloric EnergyLow NSC FeedsProteinToplineSunflower meal is a high-protein byproduct of sunflower oil production. The meal is a suitable protein source for equine diets, but may not be palatable in large quantities.
Sunflower Meal – 49% CP 3% EE
Caloric EnergyLow NSC FeedsProteinToplineSunflower meal is the residue that remains after the oil is extracted from sunflower seeds. It is a high-protein feed that is safe to add to equine diets.
Sunflower Meal Heat Treated
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinHeat-treated sunflower meal is a byproduct of sunflower seed oil extraction. This meal is heat-treated to increase nutrient bioavailability.
Sunflower Oil
Coat QualityEnergyFatWeight IssuesSunflower oil is a calorie-dense fat source with an omega-3 to omega-6 ratio of 1:40. It provides energy for performance horses and hard-keepers to support weight gain.
Sunflower Seed – 20% CP 40% EE
Caloric EnergyCoat QualityOmega 3-6-9ProteinSunflower seeds are commonly fed to horses as a source of fat to support coat quality and skin health. Sunflower seeds are high in omega-6 fatty acids, which should be balanced with omega-3's in the diet.
Sunflower Seeds (Modesto Milling)
Caloric EnergyFiberGrainsOmega 3-6-9Modesto's sunflower seeds are an excellent source of protein, fat, and fibre. Whole sunflower seeds may benefit from grinding to increase digestibility. Sunflower seeds may be added to feed or given as treats.
Superioats (Saracen Horse Feeds)
Caloric EnergyFatGrainsWeight IssuesSuperioats is a grain supplement that is intended to provide a high level of energy.
Tallow Porcine
Coat QualityEnergyFatWeight IssuesPig fat is a high-energy feed ingredient referred to as porcine tallow. It is used in baked goods, animal diets, and rarely in equine diets.
Tapioca – Casava Meal
Caloric EnergyEnergyNutritionWeight IssuesTapioca is the extracted starch from cassava flour. Tapioca pearls are sometimes fed to horses to support gut motility and are anecdotally said to help with sand colic.
TRITURO 46 Soybean Meal (Soya Excel)
ExerciseGrowthMuscleProteinTrituro 46 is an organic, mechanically produced form of soybean meal. At 46% protein content, it is a rich amino acid source for growing, lactating, or performance horses.
Unsweetened Applesauce
Caloric EnergyFlavor
HydrationIngredientUnsweetened applesauce can be used to improve the palatability of feeds and supplements. It has a high sugar content which may affect horses with metabolic syndrome.
Wheat – Bran
Caloric EnergyFiberGrainsProteinWheat bran is the outermost layer of the wheat kernel. Wheat bran is high in phosphorous and, if fed as part of an unbalanced diet, it can cause calcium imbalances in horses.
Wheat – Flour
Caloric EnergyFiberGrainsNutrientsWheat flour is made from ground wheat kernels consisting of the germ, endosperm and bran. White flour consists only of the ground endosperm, whereas whole wheat flour consists of the ground endosperm and some of the germ and bran.
Wheat – Ground
Caloric EnergyGrainsNutrientsProteinGround wheat is made from grinding whole wheat kernels. It is typically used for bread manufacturing.
Wheat – Mill Run
Caloric EnergyFiberGrainsProteinWheat mill run consists of leftover particles of bran, germ and flour produced during the milling process. Wheat mill run sometimes appears in horse feeds.
Wheat – Red Dog Flour
Caloric EnergyGrainsProteinWeight IssuesRed dog flour consists mainly of aleurone - the layer between the bran and the endosperm of the wheat kernel. It also contains the leftover particles of bran, germ and flour produced during the milling process.
Wheat – Second Clears
Caloric EnergyFiberGrainsNutrientsSecond clear wheat flour consists of ground-up outer layers of the wheat endosperm. It is very high in ash (0.75%) and is a cost-effective ingredient to aid in binding and producing the structure of baked items.
Wheat Distillers
EnergyFiberGrainsNutritionWheat distillers grain is a byproduct of alcohol distillation from wheat to manufacture products such as vodka, gin and whisky. Distillers grain is commonly used as an energy and protein source in food animal rations.
