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Forage - Feed Database

Discover detailed nutrition information for different types of forage for horses in the Mad Barn Equine Feed Database. Compare options such as grass hay, alfalfa, pasture, and commercial forage products to identify the right forage for your horse.

Feeds, Supplements & Products
Silage Oat – 13% CP 60% NDF
FiberFiber
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Oat silage is commonly fed to dairy cattle as a protein and fibre source. It is not commonly fed to horses.
Siratro Grain Brazil Fine Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Siratro (Macroptilium atropurpureum) is a tropical legume found in South America. It is a drought and heat resistant crop commonly used for grazing ruminants.
Siratro Grain Brazil Long
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Siratro (Macroptilium atropurpureum) is a climbing vine typically used for livestock grazing in South America. This legume plant is drought and heat-resistant.
Siratro Hay Brazil Medium Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Siratro (Macroptilium atropurpureum) is a tropical legume that originated in Central and South America. Siratro can be cut for hay but may experience heavy leaf loss during drying.
Smart Beet Pellets (Standlee)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutrientsNutrients
Smart Beet Pellets are high-density pellets made from dried sugar beet pulp after the sugar has been removed. Beet pulp is a high-fibre, low-protein source of caloric energy.
Smart Beet Shreds (Standlee)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Standlee Smart Beet Shreds are made from flaked, dried sugar beet pulp. The pulp is what remains following the extraction of sugar from sugar beets. Beet pulp shreds are low in sugar, high in fermentable fiber and provide added energy in a horse's diet.
Smart Carb Performance (Standlee)
ForageForage
Grain FreeGrain Free
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
PerformancePerformance
Smart Carb Performance by Standlee is a performance feed that is teff grass and alfalfa-based. It contains low sugar and starch, is grain free, and has probiotics. It is intended to assist with digestion and immunity.
SmartGut Pellets (SmartPak)
DigestionDigestion
Gut HealthGut Health
ProbioticProbiotic
UlcersUlcers
SmartGut Pellets is a gut supplement intended to neutralize gastric acid and maintain optimal stomach health. This supplement provides prebiotics, probiotics, and soluble fibre to support a healthy stomach lining.
SmartLamina Pellets (SmartPak Equine)
AntioxidantAntioxidant
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
SmartLamina Pellets is a horse supplement intended to support hoof and lamina health. It contains omega 3 fatty acids, MSM, yeast cultures, and herbs.
Sorghum Grain Brazil Finely Ground
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum is a popular grain and forage for livestock. Sorghum grain must be processed by grinding, cracking, or flaking before being fed to animals.
Sorghum Grain Brazil Flaked
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum is grown worldwide as a grain or forage source. Flaking is a processing method used to improve nutrient digestibility.
Sorghum Grain Brazil Whole
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum is a tall annual grass that is grown for grain or forage. The waxy bran covering results in low digestibility of whole sorghum grain. It is typically processed to improve digestibility.
Sorghum Grain Mexico Finely Ground
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum is a popular grain and forage grown worldwide. Sorghum grain must be processed before feeding to animals. Grinding is an inexpensive, effective method for improving digestibility.
Sorghum Grain Mexico Flaked
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum is grown worldwide as a grain or forage source. Flaked sorghum grain has improved digestibility over whole sorghum.
Sorghum Grain Mexico Whole
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum is a tall annual grass grown for grain or forage. Whole sorghum grain has low digestibility due to the waxy bran covering that surrounds the grain.
Sorghum Grain Silage – 9% CP 64% NDF
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Sorghum silage-containing grain is a high-starch, high-energy forage commonly fed to cattle. Silage is used as an alternative to hay. However, sorghum sudan grasses have high levels of nitrate and prussic acid which are toxic to horses.
Sorghum Residue Honduras Coarse
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum residue is what remains in the field after grain harvest. It can be grazed by cattle or it can be ground for improved digestibiility.
Sorghum Residue Honduras Fine
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum residue remaining after grain harvest can be grazed by cattle or can be ground for improved digestibility.
Sorghum Silage Brazil Fine Chop
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Sorghum is an annual grass commonly used as a forage source for ruminants. Fine chop increases nutrient digestibility and silage compaction.
Sorghum Silage Brazil Long
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Sorghum is an annual grass commonly used as a forage source for ruminants. Long chop increases the physically effective fibre content.
Sorghum Silage Brazil Medium Chop
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Sorghum is a tall, annual grass that is commonly used as a forage source for ruminants. It can be cut and stored in anaerobic conditions to make silage.
Sorghum Silage Honduras Fine Chop
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Sorghum is a tall annual grass that can be ensiled as a forage source for ruminants. Tropical sorghum is a different species than the sorghum plant found in North America and Europe.
Sorghum Silage Honduras Long
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Sorghum is a tall annual grass that can be used as grain or forage. Tropical sorghum differs from the common species found in North America and Europe.
Sorghum Silage Honduras Medium Chop
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Sorghum is a tall annual grass that can be used for grain or forage. Sorghum is related to maize (corn) and shares similar ensiling characteristics.
Sorghum Sudan Silage – 11% CP 68% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Sorghum Sudan silage is commonly fed to cattle and other ruminants. It should not be fed to horses as they are susceptible to sudan grass toxicity.
South African Hominy Chop
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Chopped hominy is a by-product of maize milling. It is a source of energy, protein and fiber, for horses, cattle, and sheep.
Soy Bean Silage
EnergyEnergy
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Soybean silage is typically produced under drought-stress conditions that are unlikely to result in a high yield of soybean grain. Soybean silage is a high-protein forage source more commonly fed to cattle.
Soybean Residue Brazil Finely Ground
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
ProteinProtein
ToplineTopline
Soybean residue is a byproduct of soybean harvest. It can be ground to increase dry matter content of livestock diets.
Soybean Straw Brazil Fine Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Soybean straw is a byproduct of soybean farming. It has low digestibility and protein with a high fibre content. It is not commonly used as a primary forage source.
Soybean Straw Brazil Long
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Soybean straw is a byproduct of soybean production. It has high-fibre, low-protein content and is relatively indigestible which make it useful as bedding.
Soybean Straw Brazil Medium Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Soybean straw is a high-fibre, low-protein forage that is a byproduct of soybean harvesting. It is not commonly used as a feed due to its low digestibility but can be used as bedding.
Sprout Pellets (Medalist)
DigestionDigestion
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
NutritionNutrition
Sprout Pellets by Medalist is a pelleted supplement containing sprouted barley, alfalfa and 3-way hay, it is intended for all horse types and livestock.
Stable Mix (Elk Grove Milling)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
Stable Mix by Elk Grove Milling is a complete pelleted formula intended for all horses. This feed is high in fiber (30%) and can be used to replace forage in a horse's diet.
Standard-Bread (Sacate Pellet Mills)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Standard-Bread from Sacate Pellet Mills is a pelleted feed made from alfalfa hay. It is intended for horses in any type of work or nursing mares.
Stargrass Fresh Fertilized Mexico Fine Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Star grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It grows well in tropical and subtropical regions. Its nutritional profile and appearance are similar to Bermuda grass.
Stargrass Fresh Fertilized Mexico Long
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Star grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It grows well in tropical and subtropical regions. It is similar to Bermuda grass and can be fertilized for faster growth.
Stargrass Fresh Mexico Fine Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Star grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It's appearance and characteristics are similar to Bermuda grass, and can be used as hay, silage, or fresh chop.
Stargrass Fresh Mexico Long
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Star grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis) is a perennial grass with characteristics similar to Bermuda grass. It is native to Africa and can be used for pasture, hay or fresh chop.
Stargrass Fresh Mexico Medium Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Star grass (Cynodon nlemfuensis) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It is similar to Bermuda grass and can be used for pasture, hay or fresh chop.
STP Pellets (Cox Vet Lab)
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
RecoveryRecovery
StressStress
VitaminsVitamins
STP is a pelleted supplement intended to help horses during recovery after exercise. It can also help in inflammatory response, all while being gentle on the gut.
Straw Oat – 4% CP 74% NDF
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
Oat straw is a suitable forage option for mature, easy keepers. Oat straw that does not contain seedheads can replace up to 20% of the forage content in the equine diet.
Straw Wheat – 5% CP 79% NDF
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Wheat straw is a low-density forage source with low protein and energy content. It can be used to replace up to 10% of forage for easy keepers that need to lose weight.
Stress Free Forage (Triple Crown)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Stress Free Forage by Triple Crown is intended for performance and underweight horses. It is ideal for horses that have ulcers, leaky gut syndrome, and horses stressed by trailering.
Stud Cubes (Gain Equine Nutrition)
BroodmareBroodmare
FoalFoal
GrowthGrowth
StallionStallion
Stud Cubes is a pelleted feed intended for all types of breeding stock including broodmares, stallions, foals, and growing horses. It contains 15% protein, 5% fat, and 9.5% fiber.
Sugarcane Bagasse Brazil Fine Chop
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Bagasse 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 EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Bagasse 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 EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Sugarcane 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 EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Bagasse 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 EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Bagasse 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.
Sugarcane Fresh Brazil Fine Chop
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
FlavorFlavor
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Native to Brazil and grown in other parts of the world, including South Asia, sugarcane can be chopped in different lengths and fed to cattle fresh or ensiled. Sugarcane contains a high sugar content, thus making it unsuitable as an equine feed.
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