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View the nutrition analysis for protein sources for horses in the Equine Feed Database. Compare high-protein feeds, supplements and ingredients to support your horse’s muscles and topline.

Feeds, Supplements & Products
Bermudagrass (C. dactylon) Hay Florida Fine Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Bermuda grass hay is a tropical forage used for horses and other livestock species. It supplies moderate nutrient content, with 10% crude protein when chopped for hay.
Bermudagrass (C. dactylon) Hay Florida Long Hay
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Bermuda grass is a tropical perennial grass found throughout the world. It provides medium nutritional value with moderate protein content.
Bermudagrass (C. dactylon) Hay Florida Medium Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Bermuda hay is a high-fibre forage for horses that grows well in tropical regions, such as the southern USA. Because it contains lower protein content, it is typically fed mixed with legume hay.
BiAaMuGen (Hoffman’s Horse Products)
Amino AcidAmino Acid
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
HealthHealth
StaminaStamina
BiAaMuGen from Hoffman's Horse Products is a pelleted protein supplement for horses intended to be fed top-dressed. BiAaMuGen is intended to be fed to horses who require additional muscle mass.
Biotin Plus (Paragon)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
Hoof HealthHoof Health
NutritionNutrition
VitaminsVitamins
Biotin Plus by Paragon is a powdered supplement for horses that intends to aid in rapid hoof growth, improve weak or cracked hooves, and support skin and coat health.
Black Oats (Avena Strigosa) Hay Brazil Fine Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Black oat (Avena Strigosa) is a fast-growing forage grass that is used in Brazil as hay for livestock animals, such as dairy cows. It contains high protein content and is well digested in the rumen.
Black Oats (Avena Strigosa) Hay Brazil Long Hay
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Black oat hay is a grass forage that originates from Spain and Portugal. It provides high crude protein content and is commonly fed to ruminants in tropical and temperate regions.
Black Oats (Avena Strigosa) Hay Brazil Medium Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Black oat hay is an annual grass with good protein content used as a forage in South America. It is commonly fed to cattle and goats.
Blood Meal
Blood CellsBlood Cells
Gut HealthGut Health
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
Blood 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.
Brewers Grain – Dry 24% CP
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
VitaminsVitamins
Brewers 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 EnergyCaloric Energy
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
ProteinProtein
VitaminsVitamins
Brewers 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 EnergyCaloric Energy
NutrientsNutrients
ProteinProtein
VitaminsVitamins
Wet 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.
Buffelgrass (Cenchrus ciliaris) Hay Brazil Fine Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Buffel grass is a tropical forage grass that is chopped for hay or grazed by cattle. This hay should not be fed to horses as it may cause calcium deficiency and big head disease.
Buffelgrass (Cenchrus Ciliaris) Hay Brazil Long Hay
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Buffelgrass is a tropical pasture grass that is chopped for hay to feed to ruminants. It contains high levels of oxalates and should not be given to horses due to the risk of nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism.
Buffelgrass (Cenchrus Ciliaris) Hay Brazil Medium Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Buffelgrass is a perennial grass used for pasture and hay in tropical regions. It is a valuable feed source for cattle, but should not be fed to horses because it contains high levels of oxalate.
C-200 Horse Supplement (Royal Horse)
Feed EfficiencyFeed Efficiency
HealthHealth
NutritionNutrition
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
C-200 Horse Supplement from Royal Horse is a pelleted supplement intended for horses fed cereals and forages. C-200 Horse Supplement is intended to improve digestive function in horses.
Caliber Senior & Special Care Horse Ration (Co-op)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
NutritionNutrition
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
SeniorSenior
Caliber Senior & Special Care Horse Ration is formulated to meet the nutritional requirements of senior horses, hard keepers or horses with dental issues. It is designed to provide energy from fat and digestible fibre sources and has a higher feeding rate.
Camelina Meal (Lozana Health)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
DigestionDigestion
Hoof HealthHoof Health
RecoveryRecovery
Camelina Meal by Lozana Health is a protein supplement intended to support overall health in all classes of horses.
Canola Meal – Mechanically Extracted
Amino AcidAmino Acid
FatFat
GrowthGrowth
ProteinProtein
Mechanically 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 AcidAmino Acid
FatFat
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Canola 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.
Carrot Cake (The Forage Porridge)
FatFat
FiberFiber
FlavorFlavor
ProteinProtein
Carrot Cake from The Forage Porridge is a horse feed that can be given to horses as a snack or dinner topping. This is one of their palatable, forage-based mash kits that contains protein, fiber, and fat.
Cereal Balancer Mix (Gain Equine Nutrition)
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
ProteinProtein
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
VitaminsVitamins
Cereal Balancer Mix is a textured fed intended to be fed alongside oats or other cereals to make a complete feed. It is meant for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels.
CFS Pro Horse 200 ABF (Clarence Farm Services Limited)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
CFS Pro Horse 200 ABF is a pelleted feed intended for leisure, pleasure, and performance horses. It contains no added fat and provides a medium energy density.
CFS Racer’s Edge ABF (Clarence Farm Services Limited)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
EnergyEnergy
FlavorFlavor
PerformancePerformance
CFS Racer's Edge ABF is a high calorie sweet feed for racehorses and performance horses. It is low in fat (4%) with calories primarily provided from starch and fibre.
Chia Seeds
Gut HealthGut Health
HealthHealth
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
Chia 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.
Chia Seeds (Banks Mill Feeds)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FatFat
FlavorFlavor
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Banks Mill Chia Seeds is a non-GMO nutritional supplement intended for horses that supply fat, fiber, and protein. Chia seeds are a source of omega-3 fatty acids and are meant to support coat quality.
Coco Check (Natural Horse Vet)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
FatFat
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Coco Check by Natural Horse Vet is a texture supplement to support proper weight management, gut health and function. It contains chia seeds, coconut, and camelina seeds. Ideal for horses of all ages and work levels, and it is also suitable for other livestock species.
Colostrum Supplement (Manna Pro)
FoalFoal
GrowthGrowth
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Colostrum Supplement by Manna Pro is a colostrum additive designed to be fed to newborn calves, kids, lambs, foals, piglets, llama, alpacas, puppies and kittens. It is milk protein-based and fortified with added vitamins and minerals.
Competition Plus (Brooks)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
EnergyEnergy
GrainsGrains
PerformancePerformance
Competition Plus by Brooks is a corn-free textured feed intended for performance horses. It provides high energy levels from energy sources such as beet pulp and added fat from soy oil.
Condensed Distillers Solubles (Syrup)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FatFat
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Condensed distillers solubles syrup is a by-product of the production of ethanol from grains, such as corn. It consists of the nutrients and protein that remain after grains are fermented to make ethanol.
Congograss (B. ruziziensis) Hay Brazil Fine Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Congo grass (B. ruziziensis) is a tropical forage that is fed to ruminants in Africa, Thailand and Brazil. The pasture grass can be chopped for silage or hay.
Congograss (B. ruziziensis) Hay Brazil Medium Chop
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Congo grass (Brachiaria ruziziensis) is a tropical forage crop that is native to Africa but can now be found in South America and parts of Asia. This palatable hay provides good nutritional value for ruminants.
CoolStance Copra (Stance Equine USA)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FatFat
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome
CoolStance Copra is a coconut meal feed that provides calories from protein and medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). It contains less than 11% NSC and is intended to be used as a "cool" energy source.
Copper & Zinc Blend (Custom Equine Nutrition)
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutrientsNutrients
YeastYeast
Custom Equine Nutrition's Copper and Zinc Blend is a trace mineral supplement providing Diamond V yeast, a copper amino acid complex, and inorganic zinc sulfate. This supplement is intended to support healthy skin, coat, and hooves in horses.
Corn – Dry Ear Corn Ground
GrainsGrains
IngredientIngredient
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Dry ground ear corn refers to the entire ear of corn, including grain and cob, that has been processed through a hammer mil or burr mill to grind into smaller particles.
Corn (Zea Mays) Cracked Brazil Coarse
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Course cracked corn (zea mays) refers to corn/maize grain that is processed to improve its digestibility for livestock. This high starch feed is a cheap energy source but can cause hindgut issues in horses.
Corn (Zea Mays) Cracked Brazil Fine
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Fine cracked corn (zea mays) is corn grain that has been processed to improve its digestibility for livestock. A high intake of corn may cause hindgut problems in horses.
Corn (Zea Mays) Grain Brazil Coarse Grind
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Course ground corn (zea mays) is a processed grain that is used in livestock diets as a high-energy feed. The high start content of corn makes it unsuitable for horses in large quantities.
Corn (Zea Mays) Grain Brazil Fine Grind
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Fine ground corn or maize is a processed grain product used as a low-cost energy source in livestock diets. It can be fed to horses in low quantities, but feeding too much could cause hindgut issues.
Corn (Zea Mays) Grain Brazil Whole
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Whole grain corn (zea mays) refers to unprocessed maize grains. This high-starch feed is not well digested by horses and may cause hindgut dysbiosis.
Corn Germ Meal
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
EnergyEnergy
ProteinProtein
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Corn (maize) germ meal is a byproduct of oil extraction from corn germ. It is a high-protein, high-starch product sometimes added to equine feeds.
Corn Gluten Feed – Dry
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
EnergyEnergy
ProteinProtein
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Corn gluten feed is derived from corn wet-milling corn, which is the process used to extract starch from corn. Corn gluten is a high-protein feed that can be fed to horses. It is high in phosphorus and low in calcium, which must be balanced if added to equine diets.
Corn Gluten Feed – Wet
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
EnergyEnergy
ProteinProtein
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Corn gluten feed is a byproduct of wet-milling corn to extract starch. It is a high-protein feed used in equine diets. Wet corn gluten feed may be prone to mold contamination.
Corn Gluten Meal – 60%
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
EnergyEnergy
ProteinProtein
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Corn gluten meal is a byproduct of corn starch and syrup production. This product is higher in protein than corn gluten feed. It can be added to equine diets as a protein source.
Cottonseed Delinted
FatFat
FiberFiber
ProteinProtein
ToplineTopline
Delinted cottonseed refers to polished cottonseeds commonly used for planting grain. The seeds are high in fat (19.5%) and fibre, but are not commonly fed to horses.
Cottonseed Meal Brazil Fine Grind
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Cottonseed meal is a by-product of the extraction of oil from cottonseeds. It is abundant in fats and protein and is a quality feed ingredient found in cattle diets.
Cottonseed Meal-42% CP
Amino AcidAmino Acid
FatFat
MuscleMuscle
ProteinProtein
Cottonseed meal is a by-product of cottonseed oil production. The meal is what remains following the extraction of the oil. Although high in protein, cottonseed meal is low in the amino acid lysine and not commonly used as a protein source in equine diets.
Cottonseed Whole Brazil With Hay
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Whole cottonseeds are a valuable fat, fibre, and protein source for dairy cattle. Cottonseeds are not commonly used in equine diets because of the low lysine content.
Cottonseed Whole Brazil Without Hay
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Whole cottonseeds are a rich source of fat, protein and fibre. This feed is a highly valued energy source for lactating dairy cows. Cottonseeds are not commonly fed to horses because of their amino acid profile.
Cottonseed Whole with Lint
FatFat
FiberFiber
ProteinProtein
ToplineTopline
Whole cottonseed with lint refers to cottonseeds with the "fuzzy" lint attached. The seeds are high in fat, protein and fibre but have low palatability for horses. They are more commonly used as feed for dairy cattle.
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