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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
Alfalfa Hay Pellets (Blue Mountain Hay)
Bone HealthBone Health
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Hay Pellets by Blue Mountain Hay are made from Alfalfa grown in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. These pellets are intended to support strong bones, healthy digestion and energy in horses.
Alfalfa Hay Pellets (Mountain Sunrise Feed Co)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Alfalfa Hay Pellets by Mountain Sunrise Feed Co is a pelleted forage that is meant to provide no less than 17% protein. Alfalfa contains lysine, calcium, and fibre needed in growing horses, lactating mares, and older horses.
Alfalfa Hay Pellets (Star Milling Co)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa Hay Pellets by Star Milling Co is a forage replacement pellet consisting of 100% chopped alfalfa hay. It contains a minimum of 14% protein and provides no added minerals or vitamins.
Alfalfa Meal – 17% CP 44% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa meal is made by finely grinding dried alfalfa hay. Alfalfa meal is commonly added to equine feeds as a palatable, high-protein, high-calcium grain-free ingredient.
Alfalfa Meal – 20% CP 40% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa meal refers to dried and ground alfalfa. Depending on the growth stage at which the plant was harvested, alfalfa meal will have varying protein and fibre content. The meal is a highly palatable ingredient commonly added to equine feeds.
Alfalfa Mini Cubes (Semican Feed)
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Mini Cubes from Semican Feed are made from dried alfalfa hay. Alfalfa Mini Cubes are intended to be fed as a hay substitute or fed as a treat.
Alfalfa Oat Hay Pellets (Mountain Sunrise Feed Co)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Grain FreeGrain Free
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Alfalfa Oat Hay Pellets by Mountain Sunrise Feed Co is a pelleted feed that provides no less than 12% protein, energy source, and vitamins A & D. It intends to help keep a balance between calcium and phosphorus.
Alfalfa Oil Plus (Dodson & Horrell)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FatFat
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Oil Plus by Dodson & Horrell is a forage feed designed to meet various special needs such as hard work, breeding, and underweight horses. This feed provides extra calories and protein, and it is also dust-extracted for those with respiratory issues.
Alfalfa Orchard Pellets (Montana Premium Forage)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutrientsNutrients
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Orchard Pellets from Montana Premium Forage is a pelleted feed containing only orchard grass and alfalfa hay. It is high in fiber and is intended for horses in any stage.
Alfalfa Pellet – 17% CP 46% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa pellets are a high-protein, high-calcium feed intended for broodmares and growing horses. Pellets containing 17% crude protein provide nutritional value equivalent to mature alfalfa hay.
Alfalfa Pellet – 20% CP 38% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa pellets are an equine feed that provides a good source of protein, fibre and calcium. Typically, the pellets are soaked before feeding to slow down feed intake and improve ease of chewing for older horses.
Alfalfa Pellets (Ametza)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
Alfalfa Pellets by Ametza is a pelleted feed that is intended to supply horses of all life stages with adequate energy. This feed contains alfalfa and is designed for maintenance or moderate to heavy working animals.
Alfalfa Pellets (Bryant Grain)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Pellets from Bryant Grain is a pelleted forage made from dried alfalfa hay. This feed contains 15% crude protein and 25% crude fibre.
Alfalfa Pellets (Dengie)
FiberFiber
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
SeniorSenior
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Alfalfa Pellets by Dengie is a pelleted feed that is suitable for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. It can be ideal for mature horses when the feed is soaked. It has low starch and sugar levels, ideal for horses and ponies with metabolic issues.
Alfalfa Pellets (Medalist)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
Alfalfa Pellets by Medalist is a pelleted alfalfa supplement intended for all horse types and livestock.
Alfalfa Pellets (Modesto Milling)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrowthGrowth
PerformancePerformance
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa Pellets by Modesto Milling are a pelleted source of organic sun-dried alfalfa hay. This forage replacement provides a good source of protein and energy density in an equine ration.
Alfalfa Pellets (Montana Premium Forage)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutrientsNutrients
PerformancePerformance
Alfalfa Pellets from Montana Premium Forage is a pelleted forage containing only alfalfa hay. It is high in protein and fiber. It is meant to support performance or breeding horses.
Alfalfa Pellets (Semican Feed)
FatFat
FiberFiber
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Pellets from Semican Feed are made from dried alfalfa hay. This feed contains 17% crude protein and 22% crude fibre.
Alfalfa Pellets (Summit Forage Products)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa Pellets by Summit are a compact source of alfalfa hay used to provide additional calories intended for horses in work, breeding, or growing. Alfalfa pellets are a good source of protein in the equine diet, supplying 17% crude protein.
Alfalfa Plus Oil (Baileys Horse Feeds)
FatFat
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa Plus Pro by Baileys Horse Feeds provides slow-release energy for performance horses and ponies. This feed has an NSC value of 5.5% and a high protein content of 15%.
Alfalfa Silage – 17% CP 43% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa silage is a high-protein forage commonly fed to dairy cows. Alfalfa is cut and fermented without air to prevent spoilage. The silage provides higher nutrient density compared to dry alfalfa hay.
Alfalfa Silage – 17% CP 46% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa silage is a fermented forage that is more nutritionally-dense as compared to dry alfalfa hay. It is commonly fed to cattle due to its high protein and energy content.
Alfalfa Silage – 20% CP 37% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa (lucerne) silage is made from chopped alfalfa that is compressed and fermented without air to prevent spoilage. This improves the nutrient density while offering more flexibility in harvesting times.
Alfalfa Silage – 20% CP 40% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa silage is an energy- and protein-dense forage. It is compacted, stored and fermented while wet in air-tight conditions to preserve nutrients. It is commonly used for dairy cattle and is typically too high in energy and protein for horses.
Alfalfa Silage – 25% CP 32% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa silage is a fermented forage that is commonly fed to dairy cattle. It is a protein and energy rich feed that is too nutrient dense for most horses.
Alfalfa Silage – 25% CP 35% NDF
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa silage is chopped alfalfa that is fermented in anaerobic conditions. It is commonly fed to dairy cattle because of its high protein content, but is too nutrient-dense for most horses.
Alfalfa Timothy Brome Pellets (Mountain Sunrise Feed Co)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Alfalfa Timothy Brome Pellets by Mountain Sunrise Feed Co is a pelleted feed that contains no less than 11% protein It is intended to help keep a balance between calcium and phosphorus.
Alfalfa Timothy Chopped (Standlee)
DentalDental
ForageForage
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
HealthHealth
Alfalfa Timothy Chopped from Standlee is intended for horses with dental issues due to the short chop length. This feed contains added canola oil, and is highly palatable.
Alfalfa Timothy Cubes (Standlee)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa Timothy Cubes by Standlee are a blended forage of alfalfa and timothy hay, naturally low in protein, fat, and sugar.
Alfalfa Timothy Hay Pellets (Star Milling Co)
DentalDental
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa/Timothy pellets by Star Milling Co are a 50:50 blend of alfalfa and bermuda hay in a 1/4 inch pellet, designed as a forage replacement for horses. This product contains a minimum of 12% protein and has no added binders, molasses, minerals, or vitamins.
Alfalfa-Maize™ Cubes (Ontario Dehy Inc.)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
DigestionDigestion
EnergyEnergy
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa-Maize™ Cubes are composed of pre-bloom dehydrated alfalfa mixed with dehydrated corn and oats. It is a source of digestible protein and energy for horses that require added calories.
Alfalfa-Oat Hay Cubes (Ontario Dehy Inc.)
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
Ontario Dehy Alfalfa-Oat Hay Cubes are a consistent forage replacement composed of 50% alfalfa and 50% oat hay. Cubed forages can be used in low-dust diets. This feed can be fed to all horses and ponies.
Alfalfa-Timothy Cubes (Ontario Dehy)
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
HealthHealth
Ontario Dehy Alfalfa-Timothy Cubes are a cubed horse feed providing a blend of 50% alfalfa and 50% timothy hay. These dehydrated cubes are a convenient forage replacement in a low-dust format designed to prevent mold and retain nutrients.
Alfalfa/Bermuda Hay Pellets (Star Milling Co)
DentalDental
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Alfalfa/Bermuda Hay Pellets by Star Milling Co are a blend of alfalfa and Bermuda hay designed as a forage replacement for horses. It contains 32% fiber and 11% protein in a 3/8 inch pellet with added molasses, vitamins, and minerals.
Alfalfa/Timothy Pellets (Standlee)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Alfalfa-Timothy Pellets are made from blend of alfalfa and timothy hay. This feed provides moderate protein (12%) and energy with high fibre content for horses that require additional forage in their diet.
Artoa Pellets (Ametza)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
GrainsGrains
PerformancePerformance
Artoa Pellets by Ametza is a pelleted feed that provides energy through sources such as alfalfa hay and cracked corn. It contains a low grain level to minimize a variety of metabolic issues.
Bahiagrass (P. notatum) Fresh Fert. Mexico Fine
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Bahia grass is a grass forage from Mexico that can be used in pastures subjected to intensive grazing. It is most commonly fed to beef cattle and provides adequate digestible energy and protein.
Bahiagrass (P. notatum) Fresh Fert. Mexico Long
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Bahiagrass (Paspalum notatum) is a nutritious and palatable grass used as a forage for livestock animals (particularly ruminants). It provides adequate energy and protein content for breeding animals.
Bahiagrass (P. notatum) Fresh Fert. Mexico Medium
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Bahiagrass is a rhizomatous grass capable of withstanding heavy grazing, that is native to Mexico and Central America. When harvested at an early stage of growth, it is a nutritious forage for livestock animals.
Baleage (Wrapped Hay/Haylage)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
Baleage can be used in place of hay in horses' diets. Baleage is grass that has been cut at a younger stage of growth and is typically wrapped in bale wrap to preserve the forage.
Barley Silage – 12% CP 55% NDF
FiberFiber
GrainsGrains
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Barley is a cool-season cereal grain crop that matures quickly. Barley silage is a high-protein forage commonly fed to cattle but not typically provided to horses.
Barley Silage – 14% CP 50% NDF
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
GrainsGrains
ProteinProtein
Barley silage is a high-protein forage source commonly fed to cattle. This feed is derived from barley cut and ensiled at an early stage of growth. Horses typically are fed barley hay rather than barley silage.
Barley Silage – 9% CP 60% NDF
FiberFiber
GrainsGrains
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Barley silage is made from barley plants harvested in the mid- to late-dough stage. This silage is commonly used as a cattle feed in drought-prone areas. Horses are typically fed barley hay as opposed to barley silage.
Beet Pulp Pellets with Molasses (Pestell Nutrition)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
HindgutHindgut
Beet Pulp Pellets with Molasses by Pestell Nutrition is a feed ingredient from Pestell Nutrition. It contains protein, fat, fiber, and sugar.
Bermuda Hay Pellets (Mountain Sunrise Feed Co)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Bermuda Hay Pellets by Mountain Sunrise Feed Co is a pelleted forage that is intended to provide no less than 8% protein. It aims to provide a better balance between calcium and phosphorus.
Bermuda Pellets (Ametza)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
Bermuda Pellets by Ametza is a pelleted feed that contains Bermuda hay. This feed is intended for animals with allergies to alfalfa or those that need a low protein feed due to metabolic issues.
Bermuda Plus Pellets (Mountain Sunrise Feed Co)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
Bermuda Plus Pellets by Mountain Sunrise Feed Co contains a vitamin/mineral package that is intended for horses with Cushing’s disease or other metabolic conditions that cause high blood sugar.
Bermuda Silage – 10% CP 70% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
NutrientsNutrients
Bermuda silage is more commonly fed to dairy cattle than horses. Depending on stage of maturity when cut, the silage will have varying protein, sugar and fibre content.
Bermuda Silage – 15% CP 55% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
NutrientsNutrients
Bermuda is a perennial grass adapted to subtropical and tropical climates. Bermuda silage is a suitable forage source for cattle but not commonly fed to horses.
Bermuda Silage – 5% CP 80% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
NutrientsNutrients
Processing bermuda grass as silage is an option when frequent rainfall procludes hay production. Bermuda silage is more commonly fed to cattle than horses.
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