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Grass Hays for Horses
View nutrition analyses for different grass hay types used in horse diets in the Mad Barn Equine Feed Database. This category includes preserved grass forages such as timothy, orchardgrass, bermudagrass, teff, brome, fescue, ryegrass, and mixed grass hay.
Compare nutrient profiles for grass hay sources to understand their protein values, fiber levels, calorie contribution, starch and sugar content, mineral profile, and digestibility. Use this database to evaluate grass hay ingredients for horses with different workload, body condition, metabolic needs, and forage quality requirements.
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Jaragua Grass Hay Brazil Long
Digestion
Easy Keeper
Fiber
ForageJaragua (Hyparrhenia rufa) is a tall perennial grass grown in East Africa and Latin America. It is a low-protein, high-fibre forage used for pasture, hay, or silage.
Jaragua Grass Hay Brazil Medium Chop
DigestionEasy KeeperFiberForageJaragua (Hyparrhenia rufa) is a tall perennial grass grown in East Africa and Latin America. It is used for pasture, hay, or fresh chop for ruminants.
Klein Grass Hay 11% CP 68% NDF 7% LNDF
FiberForage
Gut Health
NutritionKleingrass hay is a warm-season perennial grass commonly used for cattle. Long-term consumption of this grass can result in liver damage in horses.
Klein Grass Hay 14% CP 65% NDF 7% LNDF
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionKleingrass (Panicum coloratum L.) is a warm-season perennial bunchgrass used as a forage for cattle. Horses consuming kleingrass have developed photosensitization and liver damage.
Klein Grass Hay 1st Cut
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionKleingrass hay is a perennial bunch grass that provides good quality forage for cattle. Saponins in the grass can lead to liver damage in horses and its intake should be restricted.
Klein Grass Hay 2nd Cut
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionKleingrass hay is a warm-season grass used to make hay for cattle. Horses should not consume large amounts of this forage due to potential liver damage. Nutritional content of the hay varies depending on stage of maturity when cut.
Klein Grass Hay 9% CP 70% NDF 7% LNDF
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionKleingrass is a warm-season grass that was introduced to North America from Africa. It is good for grazing cattle, but may cause liver damage in horses if consumed in large amounts.
Koronivia Grass Hay Brazil Fine Chop
Easy KeeperFiberForageNutritionKoronivia (Brachiaria humidicola [Rendle] Schweick) is a low-protein, high-fibre perennial grass found in tropical regions. Oxalate levels should be monitored if intended for horses.
Koronivia Grass Hay Brazil Long
Easy KeeperFiberForageNutritionKoronivia (Brachiaria humidicola [Rendle] Schweick) is a tropical, perennial grass commonly fed to ruminants. Oxalate levels should be monitored if intended for horses as they may impede calcium absorption and cause a calcium deficiency.
Koronivia Grass Hay Brazil Medium Chop
Easy KeeperFiberForageNutritionKoronivia (Brachiaria humidicola [Rendle] Schweick) is a tropical perennial grass. It may contain high levels of oxalate which can bind to calcium and lead to "big head disease" in horses.
Mid Maturity Hawaii Guinea Grass
Forage
NutrientsNutrition
ProteinMid Maturity Hawaii Guinea Grass is a type of forage containing 4.9% protein, starch, sugar, fat and minerals.
Molasses Grass Hay Brazil Fine Chop
Caloric EnergyFiberForageNutritionMolasses grass (Melinis minutiflora P. Beauv.) is a fast growing perennial grass. It can be used for pasture, hay, or silage.
Molasses Grass Hay Brazil Long
Caloric EnergyFiberForageNutritionMolasses grass (Melinis minutiflora P. Beauv.) is a perennial grass used for pasture, hay, or silage. It is native to Africa and common in other tropical areas.
Molasses Grass Hay Brazil Medium Chop
Caloric EnergyFiberForageNutritionMolasses grass (Melinis minutiflora P. Beauv.) is a tropical, perennial grass common to South America and Africa. It can be grazed or cut for hay.
Napier Grass Hay Brazil Fine Chop
FiberForage
HindgutNutritionNapier grass (Pennisetum purpureum Schumach.) is a perennial grass commonly grown in Africa and other tropical regions. It is a high-fibre forage commonly fed to ruminants.
Napier Grass Hay Brazil Long
FiberForageHindgutNutritionNapier grass (Pennisetum purpureum Schumach.) is a perennial grass commonly grown in Africa and other tropical regions. It is a high-fibre forage with variable protein content (3 - 23%).
Napier Grass Hay Brazil Medium Chop
FiberForageHindgutNutritionNapier grass (Elephant grass, Pennisetum purpureum Schumach.) is a tall-growing perennial forest crop. It is used as forage for cattle in Africa and other tropical regions.
Palisade Grass Hay Brazil Fine Chop
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionPalisade (Brachiaria brizantha), also known as bread grass, is a perennial grass. It is well-adapted to hot, dry conditions. It is commonly used for grazing and to make hay.
Palisade Grass Hay Brazil Long
FiberForageHindgutNutritionPalisade (Brachiaria brizantha), also known as bread grass, is a perennial grass that grows well in hot, arid climates. It can be used for grazing and hay production.
Palisade Grass Hay Brazil Medium Chop
FiberForageHindgutNutritionPalisade (Brachiaria brizantha), also known as bread grass, is a perennial grass native to sub-Saharan Africa. Protein content ranges between 5 to 16% of dry matter.
Pangola Grass Hay Brazil Fine Chop
FiberForageHindgutNutritionPangola grass is a perennial grass found in subtropical and tropical regions. It is a high-quality forage source for ruminants.
Pangola Grass Hay Brazil Long
FiberForageHindgutNutritionPangola grass is native to South Africa and found throughout tropical and subtropical regions. It is suitable as hay, pasture, or silage for ruminants.
Pangola Grass Hay Brazil Medium Chop
FiberForageHindgutNutritionPangola grass is native to South Africa. It is now grown in many tropical and subtropical regions. It is used as pasture, hay, or silage for ruminants.
Pangola Grass Hay Florida Fine Chop
FiberForageHindgutNutritionPangola grass is found in humid tropical and subtropical regions. It is used for pasture, hay, and silage for ruminants.
Pangola Grass Hay Florida Long
FiberForageHindgutNutritionPangola grass grows in humid tropical and subtropical regions. Pangola hay harvested at early growth stages is a high-quality forage for ruminants.
Pangola Grass Hay Honduras Fine Chop
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionPangola grass is widespread in humid tropical and subtropical regions. It is a perennial grass that is a high-quality forage source for ruminants.
Pangola Grass Hay Honduras Medium Chop
FiberForageNutritionProteinPangola hay is a tropical and subtropical perennial grass that requires humid growing conditions. It is a high quality forage source for ruminants.
Pangola Hay – 9% CP 70% NDF 11% LNDF
EnergyFiberForageNutritionPangola is a tropical grass used to make hay and silage for ruminants. Pangola hay contains soluble calcium oxalates and should not be fed to horses.
Paspalum Hay Florida Fine Chop
FiberForageNutritionProteinPaspalum (dallis, bahia grass) is a perennial grass commonly grown in the Southern US. It is a low NSC and protein forage. It is susceptible to ergot contamination which can cause neurological symptoms in horses.
Paspalum Hay Florida Long
FiberForageNutritionProteinPaspalum, also known as dallis or bahia grass, is a perennial grass with varying protein and fibre content. It is susceptible to ergot contamination, which can cause neurological symptoms in cattle, horses and sheep.
Paspalum Hay Florida Medium Chop
FiberForageNutritionProteinPaspalum, also known as dallis grass, is a perennial grass native to South America. It is can be used for pasture, hay and silage. It is susceptible to ergot contamination which can cause neurological symptoms in cattle, horses and sheep.
Pure Grass (Dengie)
DentalDigestion
HealthNutritionPure Grass by Dengie is a grass grown in the Eastern counties of England. It is suitable for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. It is ideal for horses with poor teeth as the short chop length makes it easier to chew.
Rhodes Grass Hay
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionRhodes Grass hay (Chloris gayana) is a perennial grass native to Africa that is cultivated as forage in subtropical regions, especially Australia.
Ryegrass (HorseHage)
Forage
IngredientNutrition
Weight IssuesRyegrass from HorseHage is ideal for hunters, heavy horses, young stock, and breeding stock. This feed contains 32% fiber, 6% NSC, and 9% protein, improving weight and condition.
Signalgrass Hay Brazil Fine Chop
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionSignalgrass is a subtropical grass common to South America, Southeast Asia and the Pacific. It is a low-protein, high-fibre hay that can be fed to ruminants and horses.
Signalgrass Hay Brazil Long
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionSignalgrass (Brachiara decumbens) is a subtropical grass common to South America, Southeast Asia and the Pacific. It is used as a cover crop and can be harvested for hay.
Signalgrass Hay Brazil Medium Chop
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionSignalgrass (Brachiara decumbens) is a subtropical grass cultivated as forage. It has a widespread distribution and is used for hay, pasture or fresh feed.
Tall Fescue Hay
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionTall Fescue is a perennial grass commonly used for pasture and hay in North America. Endophyte-infected tall fescue can cause reproductive issues in horses.
Teff Hay
FiberForageGut HealthNutritionTeff is a warm-season annual grass originating in Ethiopia that is generally low in NSC. Its calcium and phosphorous levels are similar to timothy grass. Teff can be harvested as both high-energy and low-energy hay depending on how early it is cut.
Timothy (HorseHage)
Competition HorsesFiberForageNutritionTimothy from HorseHage is high in fiber and low in protein, making this feed ideal for leisure horses and ponies, native ponies, veterans, and horses and ponies that are in recovery or prone to laminitis.
Timothy Grass Grab & Go Compressed Bale (Standlee)
FiberForageGut HealthNutrientsTimothy Grass Grab & Go® Compressed Bales are made from large 4’x4’x8’ timothy hay bales that have been compressed, sliced and shrink-wrapped. Timothy hay is moderate in protein (8%), high in fiber and very palatable.
Timothy Hay – 9.6% CP 66.6% NDF
DigestionFiberForageGut HealthTimothy hay is a good quality forage source for horses. Timothy hay generally has a balanced calcium-phosphorous ratio of 2:1 and is widely grown in North-East Canada and the USA.
Timothy Hay Pellets
FiberForageGut Health
Hay StretcherTimothy Hay Pellets are a good source of digestible fibre with lower protein content. This is a lower calorie forage replacement that is easy to feed and can be used in a low-dust diet.
Wheat Hay Brazil Fine Chop
FiberForageHindgutNutritionWheat is typically harvested for grain but can also be used for hay at an earlier growth stage. Nutritional value varies depending on the stage of growth at harvest.
Wheat Hay Brazil Long
Caloric EnergyFiberForageNutritionWheat is a cereal grain that can be harvested for hay at an earlier stage of growth. Nutritional value depends on the stage of growth at harvest.
Wheat Hay Brazil Medium Chop
Caloric EnergyFiberForageNutritionWheat hay is a nutrient-dense hay when harvested at the boot stage. Nutritional value varies greatly depending on the stage of harvest.
