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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.
Peas – Dry
Caloric EnergyHealth
Muscle
ProteinDried peas are a highly palatable, high-energy, and protein feed. They contain roughly 23% protein and energy from starch and fiber. The protein content helps support muscle growth and recovery, skin and coat health, and hoof health.
Peloton® Yeast Feed Additive (PMI)
Feed EfficiencyGut HealthImmunity
YeastPeloton is a live yeast additive for livestock diets. It is used to support gut health in ruminants, horses, swine and poultry.
Phosphate – Defluorinated
Bone HealthGrowthIngredient
MetabolismDefluorinated phosphate is a natural source of the macromineral phosphorus that is heated to remove flourine. Phosphorus supports bone health and is critical for energy metabolism.
Phosphate – Rock
Bone HealthGrowthIngredientMetabolismPhosphate is a naturally occurring form of the macromineral phosphorus. Inorganic phosphate is extracted from mined rock. It is added to equine feeds to support bone health, energy utilization and metabolic functions.
Phosphate – Rock Low Fluoride
Bone HealthGrowthIngredientMineral BalancePhosphate is a natural inorganic source of the mineral phosphorus, which is important for bone health and metabolic processes. Phosphate is typically derived from mining rock. Some sources have low fluorine or are defluorinated.
Phosphate – Rock Soft
Bone HealthGrowthIngredientMineral BalanceInorganic phosphate for animal feeds is derived from mining rock. Phosphorus is an important macromineral for supporting bone health and metabolic processes in horses.
Phosphore 21% Gris (Nature Belisle)
Bone HealthIngredientMineral Balance
NutrientsPhosphore 21% Gris by Nature Belisle is a pure granular source of phosphorus from monocalcium phosphate.
Phosphoric Acid
Bone HealthGrowthIngredientNutrientsPhosphoric acid (also known as orthophosphoric acid) is a liquid phosphorus source that is safe to add to animal feeds. Phosphorus is a macromineral that supports bone health and metabolic processes.
Potassium (Jamieson Vitamins)
ElectrolyteMineral BalanceMuscleRecoveryPotassium is a mineral and electrolyte supplement that plays an important role in muscle function and bone health. Potassium and calcium need to be carefully balanced in the equine diet.
Due to the low potassium concentration in potassium gluconate, it is not recommended for supplementation in horses.
Potassium Bicarbonate
ElectrolyteExercisePerformanceRecoveryPotassium bicarbonate is a source of potassium used in electrolyte supplements. Horses in heavy exercise or hot climates benefit from electrolytes to support hydration and ion balance.
Potassium Carbonate
ElectrolyteExerciseIngredientMusclePotassium carbonate is a form of potassium that is added to equine products to support electrolyte balance. Horses in heavy exercise or hot climates benefit from electrolyte supplementation to replenish minerals lost in sweat.
Potassium Chloride (KCl) – Red
Electrolyte
HydrationNutrientsStaminaPotassium chloride (KCl, potassium salt) is a source of potassium and chlorine used as a feed ingredient. It has a reddish appearance due to the presence of iron oxide.
Potassium Chloride White
ElectrolyteHydrationRecoveryStaminaPotassium chloride is an ingredient commonly added to equine electrolyte supplements to replenish potassium levels following exercise. This mineral is important for nerve and muscle function as well as maintaining ion balance.
Potassium Iodide
ElectrolyteIngredientMetabolismMineral BalancePotassium iodide is a supplemental source of the minerals potassium and iodine used in animal feeds. Potassium is an important electrolyte in the horse's body. Iodine is a micromineral that supports thyroid function.
Potassium Magnesium Sulfate
ElectrolyteExerciseIngredientMusclePotassium magnesium sulfate is a chemical compound that is used to supply magnesium in the equine diet. It can be used as a laxative under advice from a veterinarian.
Potassium Sorbate
ElectrolyteIngredientMuscleStaminaPotassium sorbate is a preservative added to feeds to prevent mold growth. It is a naturally occurring unsaturated fatty acid.
Potassium Sulfate
ElectrolyteExerciseIngredientMusclePotassium sulfate is a supplemental source of potassium added to equine feeds. Potassium is an electrolyte mineral critical for nerve and muscle function, and for maintaining ion balance.
Potato By-Product Meal
Caloric EnergyFiberNutrientsProteinPotato by-product meal is derived from potato processing. Potato products should be avoided in equine diets as they may be toxic for horses.
Potato Protein Concentrate
IngredientMuscle
NutritionProteinPotato protein concentrate is a highly digestible plant protein that provides essential amino acids. It supports balanced nutrition and muscle development.
Potato Pulp
EnergyNutritionProtein
Weight IssuesPotato pulp refers to the dry matter residue that remains after potatoes are processed to extract starch. The pulp is high in protein, starch and fiber.
Potatoes
Caloric EnergyNutrientsProteinWeight IssuesPotatoes are a high-starch feed sometimes used in animal agriculture. Potatoes are not commonly fed to horses and may be toxic to them.
Procreatin 7 Active Dried Yeast (Phileo by Lesaffre)
Feed EfficiencyGut Health
Toxin BinderYeastProcreatin 7 is a proprietary strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast used as a probiotic supplement in livestock feeds. It supports fiber, starch, and protein digestion.
Psyllium Husk
ColicFiberGut HealthToxin BinderPsyllium husk is the outer layer of the psyllium seeds from Plantago ovata. It is commonly fed to horses to support digestive function, including improving sand clearance in horses at risk of sand colic.
Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)
CalmingEnergyIngredientMetabolismPyridoxine (Vitamin B6) is a water-soluble vitamin necessary for proper metabolic and enzymatic function within the body. It is important in muscle development, energy utilization, and hormone production.
Rapeseed Cake Cold Pressed
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinCold-pressed rapeseed cake refers to seeds of the oilseed rape plant that are pressed into a cake format at a low temperature (60° C).
Rapeseed Cake Xylose Treated
FatFiberProteinWeight IssuesRapeseed Cake refers to the pressed form of the product produced by pressing rapeseed seed into a cake. Xylose treatment preserves the amino acid composition of the rapeseed allowing for greater protein utilization by livestock.
Rapeseed Meal Extruded
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinExtruded Rapeseed Meal (also known as canola meal) is a source of protein and is low in starch and sugar. It is a byproduct of the extraction of oil from rapeseeds and is fed to many classes of livestock. Extruded refers to the process by which anti-nutritional factors are removed to improve the digestibility of proteins.
Rapeseed Meal Formaldehyde Treated
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinRapeseed meal is a by-product of rapeseed oil production. It has a similar nutritional profile to soybean meal and is a suitable protein source for horses. Formaldehyde treatment preserves the amino acid composition of the meal allowing for greater protein utilization by livestock.
Rapeseed Meal Heat Treated
EnergyHealthNutritionProteinRapeseed meal or canola meal is a high source of protein and is the by-product remaining after the oil is extracted from the rapeseed plant. Canola is a low-erucic acid, low-glucosinate or 00 variety of rapeseed. Low-erucic acid and low-glucosinate varieties of rapeseed are now typically used in livestock feeds. Canola and rapeseed are often interchangeable.
Rapeseed Meal Solvent
EnergyHealthNutritionProteinRapeseed meal is a by-product of rapeseed oil production that utilizes a solvent. It has a similar nutritional profile to soybean meal and is a suitable protein source for horses.
Rapeseed Soya Meal Blend Extruded
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinRapeseed meal and soybean meal blends provide a source of protein for livestock species. Extrusion refers to the process by which anti-nutritional factors are removed to improve digestibility of proteins.
Rapeseed Soya Meal Blend Heat Treated
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinRapeseed and soybean meal blends are a source of protein for livestock species. Heat treatment reduces anti-nutritional factors and improves protein digestibility.
Rapeseed Soya Xylose Treated
EnergyFiberNutritionProteinRapeseed Soya is a blend of rapeseed meal and soybean meal that has been treated with xylose to preserve amino acid composition. This treatment allows for greater protein utilization by livestock.
Raw Apples
Caloric EnergyExercise
FlavorWeight IssuesRaw apples can be fed as treats to horses. However, caution should be taken when fed to horses with metabolic syndrome.
ReaShure Choline (Balchem)
HealthIngredientMetabolismNutritionReaShure Choline is a rumen-protected form of choline for cattle. Choline is an important precursor for many fat-based substances in the body.
RED HOT! Powder (AniMed)
Health
HerbIngredientRecoveryAniMed's RED HOT! Powder is a product meant to discourage horses from touching surfaces they shouldn't by producing an unwanted taste. It can help horses to stop biting their bandages or chewing wood. It is not for any nutritional benefit but is natural and contains cayenne pepper.
RedHOT Paste (Kelato)
HealthHerbIngredientRecoveryKelato's RedHOT Paste is a product meant to discourage horses from touching surfaces they shouldn't by producing an unwanted taste. It can help horses to stop biting their bandages, chewing wood, and windsucking. It is not for any nutritional benefit and contains capsaicin, a component of chili pepper plants.
Redmond Conditioner
HealthIngredientMineral BalanceNutrientsRedmond Conditioner is a montmorillonite (hydrated sodium calcium aluminosilicate) livestock feed additive that contains a broad array of macro and trace minerals.
Redmond Real Salt
ElectrolyteHealthHydrationMineral BalanceRedmond Real Salt is an unrefined sea salt containing elevated levels of trace minerals. Horses at maintenance typically need 30 grams of salt per day to meet sodium requirements.
Rhodimet AT88
Amino AcidGrowthIngredientMusclePhodimet AT88 is a feed additive that provides the amino acid methionine. It is primarily used in poultry and swine feeds.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
EnergyIngredientMetabolismVitaminsRiboflavin (Vitamin B2) is a water-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in energy metabolism. Microbes in the horse’s hindgut can synthesize riboflavin, and requirements are easily met by adding hay and grain.
Rice Bran
Caloric EnergyFiberNutrientsProteinRice bran is a high-fat feed commonly used in equine diets. It is relatively high in phosphorus, which must be appropriately balanced with calcium in the diet.
Rice Hulls
EnergyFiberIngredientNutritionRice hulls are the outer covering of rice grains. They are high in fiber and are mainly used as a low-calorie filler.
Rice Mill Feed
Caloric EnergyFiberNutrientsProteinRice mill feed refers to a mixture of by-products from rice milling containing both rice bran and hulls. It can be a suitable feed additive for livestock.
Rolled Barley
Caloric EnergyIngredientNutritionProteinRolled barley is barley grain that has been flattened through rolling. It is a source of starch and energy.
Rye Grain
Caloric EnergyFiber
GrainsProteinRye is a cereal grain commonly used for pasture or hay. It is high in starch and susceptible to ergot (fungus) contamination.
Safflower Meal
Amino AcidFatProtein
ToplineSafflower meal is a by-product of safflower seed oil production. Following extraction of the oil, the remaining meal is high in protein and provides some fatty acids.
Safflower Oil
Coat QualityEnergyFatWeight IssuesSafflower oil is a plant-based oil used to provide calories in the equine diet. It is a suitable energy source for performance horses and hard keepers.
Salt (Iodized)
ElectrolyteHydrationNutrientsStaminaIodized salt is table salt (NaCl) that has been fortified with the trace mineral iodine from sodium iodide or potassium iodide. Iodine is important for normal thyroid function.
Salt (NaCl)
ElectrolyteHydrationNutrientsStaminaSalt, or sodium chloride, is a vital component of the equine diet and serves many functions in the horse’s body. As an electrolyte, it supports healthy nerve function, muscle function (including cardiac muscle) and promotes hydration.
