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Feed Ingredients for Horses
Explore feed ingredients used in horse feeds, forages, and supplements in the Mad Barn Equine Feed Bank. This category includes individual ingredients commonly found on equine product labels, such as grains, forage ingredients, protein sources, fat sources, minerals, vitamins, amino acids, yeasts, herbs, binders, and feed additives.
Review detailed nutritional profiles, ingredient functions, and common uses to better understand what is included in commercial horse feeds and supplements. Compare ingredients by nutrient content, calorie source, protein quality, mineral contribution, fiber level, fat content, and intended role in the diet to make more informed feeding decisions for your horse.
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3:1 Zinc Copper (Mad Barn)
Health
Hoof Health
Mineral Balance
Skin + HairMad Barn’s 3:1 Zinc Copper Powder is an organic trace mineral supplement for horses, providing zinc and copper proteinates in a 3:1 ratio. These chelated trace minerals are formulated for improved absorption and help support hoof health, connective tissue integrity, skin condition and coat quality.
Monosodium Phosphate (Mad Barn)
Bone Health
Growth
IngredientMineral BalanceMonosodium Phosphate is a highly bioavailable source of phosphorus commonly used as an equine supplement. Phosphorus is considered an important component for metabolic function. Adult horses require 17 grams of phsophours a day.
MSM – Methylsulfonylmethane (Mad Barn)
Hoof Health
Joints
RecoverySkin + HairMSM is a readily available form of the mineral sulfur. It is beneficial for supporting healthy connective tissue, recovery, and hoof and joint health. MSM from Mad Barn also helps to relieve arthritic pain and sore muscles. It is considered very safe as a supplement for horses.
Natural E/Organic Se (Mad Barn)
Antioxidant
Organic Trace MineralsRecovery
VitaminsNatural E/Organic Se is a pelleted supplement providing organic Selenium yeast and natural Vitamin E. These two nutrients are important antioxidants that support muscle function and anti-inflammatory pathways.
Omneity P – Pellets – Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Gut HealthHoof HealthMineral BalanceOrganic Trace Minerals
Ration BalancerOmneity Pellets is a balanced mineral and vitamin supplement for horses in a palatable pellet form. It provides 100% organic trace minerals, complete B-vitamin fortification, added Vitamin E, yeast and digestive enzymes.
Commercial Feeds & SupplementsRation BalancersVitamin & Mineral SupplementsSupplementsAmino Acid SupplementsBone SupplementsHoof SupplementsMetabolic SupplementsMineral SupplementsReproductive SupplementsSenior Horse SupplementsSkin & Coat SupplementsTopline SupplementsVitamin SupplementsMineralsVitaminsOrganic Minerals
Omneity Premix – Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (Mad Barn)
Hoof HealthMineral BalanceOrganic Trace MineralsVitaminsOmneity Premix is a balanced mineral and vitamin supplement for horses providing 100% organic trace minerals, complete B-vitamin fortification, added Vitamin E, yeast, and digestive enzymes.
Commercial Feeds & SupplementsRation BalancersVitamin & Mineral SupplementsSupplementsAmino Acid SupplementsBone SupplementsHoof SupplementsMetabolic SupplementsMineral SupplementsReproductive SupplementsSenior Horse SupplementsSkin & Coat SupplementsTopline SupplementsVitamin SupplementsMineralsOrganic Minerals
Performance XL: Electrolytes (Mad Barn)
Competition Horses
Electrolyte
Performance
StaminaPerformance XL: Electrolytes by Mad Barn is a scientifically formulated equine electrolyte supplement designed to support athletic performance and workout recovery. It contains an ideal blend of natural minerals and vitamins to promote hydration status and muscle function.
Psyllium (Mad Barn)
FiberGut 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.
Trace Mineral Pak (Mad Barn)
Coat Quality
ExerciseHoof HealthOrganic Trace MineralsTrace Mineral Pak from Mad Barn is a balanced equine supplement providing 100% organic (chelated) trace minerals. Ingredients include selenium, zinc, copper, and manganese.
w-3 Oil (Mad Barn)
Coat Quality
FatJoints
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
Zinc (Mad Barn)
Health
ImmunityIngredientMineral BalanceMad Barn Zinc Proteinate provides an organic source of zinc to support normal growth, tissue health, and the maintenance of healthy skin, hair, and hooves. Zinc is also a structural component of many enzymes involved in immune function, nervous system function, and protein synthesis.
Bentonite Poudre (Nature Belisle)
Gut HealthImmunityIngredient
Toxin BinderBentonite Poudre by Nature Belisle is a sodium bentonite clay feed presented in a powder form. Bentonite clay can be beneficial for absorbing unwanted toxics within the gut.
Bio-Chrome™ (Alltech)
Easy Keeper
Energy
Metabolic SyndromeStaminaBio-Chrome is a chromium yeast product containing chromium polynicotinate. Chromium is an important component in blood sugar regulation and glucose tolerance.
Bio-Mos (Alltech)
Gut HealthImmunityIngredientToxin BinderBio-Mos® is a feed additive from Alltech that is made from a specific strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast. It supports gut health, feed efficiency, and immune defenses.
Biofos (Mono-Calcium Phosphate)
Bone HealthGrowthIngredient
MuscleBiofos is a feed-grade ingredient containing monocalcium phosphate. Biofos is used in equine supplements as a source of the minerals calcium (15%) and phosphorus (21%).
Bionic Oil Blend (Grand Valley Fortifiers)
Coat QualityFatStamina
Weight IssuesBionic Oil Blend is a stabilized vegetable oil from Grand Valley Fortifiers. It provides a calorie-dense energy source for exercising horses and supports weight gain in underweight horses.
BioPlex Cobalt (Alltech)
Blood CellsIngredient
MetabolismOrganic Trace MineralsBioPlex Cobalt developed by Alltech is an organic source of the trace mineral cobalt for horses and agriculture animals. Cobalt is used by hindgut microbes to make vitamin B12, which supports metabolic processes.
Bioplex Copper (Alltech)
Hoof HealthJointsMineral BalanceSkin + HairBioplex copper is an organic source of the trace mineral copper, bound to amino acids. Copper is an important antioxidant that supports metabolic processes including building strong hooves.
Bioplex Quadra (Alltech)
AntioxidantHoof HealthImmunityMetabolismBioplex Quadra by Alltech is an organic trace mineral premix containing Zinc, Copper, Manganese, and Cobalt Proteinates. It is designed to be added to livestock feeds.
Bioplex Zinc (Alltech)
Bone HealthHoof HealthImmunityMineral BalanceBioplex® Zinc is a chelated/organic source of the trace mineral zinc consisting of protein hydrolysates. Zinc Proteinate provides 15% elemental zinc bound to amino acids for improved absorption and utilization.
Bioplex ZMC 842 (Alltech)
AntioxidantCoat QualityGrowthHoof HealthBioplex ZMC 842 by Alltech is a complex of trace mineral proteinates providing organic zinc, copper, and manganese. It is used as an ingredient in livestock feeds.
Bioplex® Manganese (Alltech)
Bone HealthHealthIngredientJointsBioplex Manganese is an organic proteinate source of the trace mineral manganese. Manganese supports bone growth, metabolic health and antioxidant processes.
Biotin (Vitamin B7)
Coat QualityEnergyHoof HealthSkin + HairBiotin (Vitamin B7) is required to produce keratin. When given in adequate amounts, it is known to support hoof growth as well as hair and coat quality. Biotin also supports fat and sugar metabolism.
Blood Meal
Blood CellsGut Health
Nutrients
ProteinBlood meal is a by-product of meat processing. It is very high in protein and iron. Blood meal tends to be unpalatable and is not commonly fed to horses.
Bone Meal Steamed
Bone HealthElectrolyteIngredientMuscleSteamed bone meal is an alternative feed source for livestock used to supply calcium and phosphorus. It is prepared by steaming bones under pressure then grinding and drying the material.
Brewer’s Yeast
DigestionMineral BalanceVitamins
YeastBrewer's yeast is a strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast that is a byproduct of the beer brewing industry. It is heat-treated to make the yeast cultures inactive and is a source of B vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
Brewers Grain – Dry 24% CP
Caloric EnergyNutrientsProteinVitaminsBrewers grain is the spent grain that remains after beer production. It is commonly used as a cost-effective high-protein feed for cattle, but can also be formulated into equine diets.
Brewers Grain – Dry 29% CP
Caloric EnergyMineral BalanceProteinVitaminsBrewers grain is a by-product of beer production that is commonly used as a livestock feed. Brewers grain is a high protein, low starch feed that may be suitable for growing horses.
Brewers Grain – Wet
Caloric EnergyNutrientsProteinVitaminsWet brewers grain refers to undried spent grain that remains following beer production. It is mostly fed to cattle and not commonly used in equine diets.
Calcium (0.16) 38% (Nature Belisle)
Bone HealthIngredientMineral BalanceNutrientsCalcium (0.16) 38% by Nature Belisle is pure granular Potassium Carbonate.
Calcium Carbonate (Limestone Flour – 38% Ca)
Bone Health
DentalHoof Health
UlcersCalcium Carbonate, also known as limestone, is an inorganic source of calcium that is commonly used in equine mineral and vitamin premixes. This supplement ingredient contains 38% elemental calcium.
Calcium Chloride Anhydrous
Bone HealthElectrolyteIngredientMuscleCalcium chloride is an inorganic calcium source sometimes added to equine feeds. Anhydrous forms of calcium chloride do not contain water in their molecular structure. Calcium requirements are higher for growing, gestating and lactating horses.
Calcium Chloride Dihydrate
Bone HealthElectrolyteIngredientMuscleCalcium chloride is an inorganic form of calcium that is safe to use in equine diets. The dihydrate form of calcium chloride is bound to water. Calcium and phosphorus need to be provided in proper balance within the diet based on the horse's physiological status.
Calcium Hydroxide
Bone HealthElectrolyteIngredientMuscleCalcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) is an inorganic form of calcium, also known as slaked lime. It is commonly used as an ingredient in animal feeds. Growing, gestating and lactating horses have higher calcium requirements.
Calcium Iodate
Bone HealthEnergyIngredientMetabolismCalcium Iodate is used as an inorganic source of iodine for horses. Iodine is required to synthesize thyroid hormones which are important for regulating metabolic processes in the body.
Calcium Oxide
Bone HealthElectrolyteIngredientMuscleCalcium oxide (CaO) is an inorganic form of calcium, also known as quicklime, used as a desiccant to absorb moisture. Calcium oxide can be added to cattle diets in small amounts. Its high affinity for water makes it unsuitable as a primary calcium source in equine diets.
Calcium Propionate
HealthIngredientNutrientsToxin BinderCalcium propionate is a feed additive used primarily as a preservative in horse feeds and supplements. It inhibits the growth of molds and some bacteria, helping maintain feed quality and extend shelf life during storage. Although it also supplies calcium, it is included primarily for its preservative properties rather than as a nutritional source of this mineral.
Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate
Bone HealthElectrolyteIngredientMuscleCalcium sulfate dihydrate, also known as gypsum, is an inorganic source of the macrominerals calcium (22-23%) and sulfur (18%). Feed-grade gypsum is used to meet the calcium and sulfur requirements of livestock.
Candy By-Product – High Fat
EnergyFat
FlavorWeight IssuesCandy by-product refers to discarded material from the manufacture of candy and other sweets. It is a low-cost energy source targeted for cattle.
Candy By-Product – Low Fat
Caloric EnergyEnergyFlavorWeight IssuesCandy by-product (consisting of discarded product from candy manufacturers) is sometimes fed to dairy cattle as a cheap source of calories.
Canola Meal – Mechanically Extracted
Amino AcidFatGrowthProteinMechanically extracted canola meal is a by-product of canola oil processing. Mechanical extraction of the oil is less common than solvent extraction. Canola meal has a similar nutritional profile to soybean meal and is a suitable protein source for horses.
Canola Meal – Solvent Extracted
Amino AcidFatIngredientProteinCanola meal is a by-product of canola oil production that utilizes a solvent. It has a similar nutritional profile to soybean meal and is a suitable protein source for horses.
Canola Oil
Caloric EnergyHindgutPerformanceWeight IssuesCanola Oil is a calorie-dense fat source that can be used to replace grain in the horse’s diet. It provides cool energy for performance horses and supports weight gain in hard keepers.
Carrot Mash
Caloric EnergyFiber
NutritionWeight IssuesCarrot mash is a palatable treat for horses. If soaked before feeding, carrot mash can help improve fluid intake for exercising and traveling horses.
Carrots
Caloric EnergyFiberFlavorNutritionCarrots are commonly used as a treat for horses. They are sweet and highly palatable. Carrots contain high levels of vitamin A and beta-carotene (a precursor to vitamin A).
Cassava Residue Brazil Coarse
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinCassava residue is a by-product of tapioca production and is commonly used for dairy cattle rations. The residue is what remains after starch is extracted from the cassava root.
Cassava Residue Brazil Fine
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinCassava is a starchy root cultivated as a staple food source in many parts of the world. Starch is extracted from cassava to make tapioca. The process of starch extraction produces residues that are appropriate for lactating dairy cows.
Cereal Blend
Caloric Energy
GrainsIngredientWeight IssuesCereal blend refers to a combination of cereal grains such as barley, wheat and oats. These are high-starch feeds designed to provide energy in equine and livestock diets.
Cereal Tailings
Caloric EnergyFiberGrainsWeight IssuesCereal tailings refer to by-products of cereal processing coming from the tail of the mill. Cereal tailings are high in starch and used as cattle feed.
Chaste Berry
CalmingCoat Quality
Herb
MareChaste Berry (Vitex agnus-castus) is the fruit of the chaste tree, used as an equine supplement to support mood and hormone balance. It is purported to support horses with Cushing’s disease / PPID.
Chia Seeds
Gut HealthIngredientOmega 3-6-9Organic Trace MineralsChia seeds are sometimes added to equine diets as a source of fatty acids. Chia is high in the omega-3 fatty acid, ALA, which can provide some anti-inflammatory benefits.
Choline
CalmingCoat QualityIngredient
Liver HealthCholine is an essential nutrient, often grouped with the B-vitamins. It is necessary for proper liver health, DNA methylation, neurotransmitter synthesis, and lipid membrane integrity. Choline can be obtained in the diet through phosphatidylcholine (lecithin).
Chromium 0.4% Premix (KemTRACE®)
HealthIngredientMetabolismOrganic Trace MineralsKemTrace Chromium is an organic micromineral supplement providing chromium which supports glucose metabolism. This formulation is intended for swine, beef, dairy, broiler chickens and not horses.
Citric Acid
AntioxidantFlavorIngredientNutrientsCitric acid is a weak acid found in citrus fruits. It is used in horse feeds and supplements as a natural preservative ingredient and flavouring additive.
Citrus Pulp – Dry
Caloric EnergyDigestionFiberFlavorDry citrus pulp is derived from the fibrous residue that remains after juice is extracted from oranges. Research shows that adding citrus pulp up to 28% of concentrate in the equine diet is well-tolerated by horses.
Citrus Pulp – Wet
Caloric EnergyDigestionFiberFlavorWet citrus pulp is the high-fibre material that remains after orange juice has been pressed out of the orange fruit. It can be used as a fibre source for horses and cattle.
Citrus Pulp Brazil Loose
Caloric EnergyFiberNutritionProteinLoose citrus pulp meal is the ground peel and residue of citrus fruits that remains after juice is extracted. The pulp is a palatable and nutritious feed for livestock, providing high energy from carbohydrates, high calcium and low phosphorus.
Citrus Pulp Brazil Pellets
Caloric EnergyFiberNutritionProteinDried citrus pulp pellets are a fibrous by-product of juice production. The pellets are fed to dairy and beef cattle as a source of energy, protein and nutrients. In citrus-producing regions, the pulp may be used for 30-50% of dairy rations.
Cobalamin (Vitamin B12)
Blood CellsEnergyMetabolismStaminaCobalamin (Vitamin B12) is a water-soluble vitamin made through microbial synthesis in the horse's hindgut. It is necessary for energy metabolism, proper function of the nervous system, and digestive health.
Cobalt Carbonate
Blood Cells
CardiovascularMetabolismStaminaCobalt carbonate is used as a supplemental form of the trace mineral cobalt in equine diets. Cobalt is primarily used by microbes in the hindgut to synthesize vitamin B12 (cobalamin).
Cobalt Carbonate Hexahydrate
Blood CellsImmunityIngredientMetabolismCobalt carbonate is an inorganic source of the trace mineral cobalt that can be added to equine diets. It is used by microbes in the hindgut to synthesize vitamin B12 (cobalamin).
