Golden Timothy Hay - Feed Ingredient

Golden timothy hay is long‑stem forage made from the grass species Phleum pratense. The term “golden” describes hay that has been field‑cured to a light yellow‑tan color, indicating full dryness and modest loss of chlorophyll rather than a distinct botanical variety. Nutritionally, timothy hay supplies structural carbohydrates (high neutral‑ and acid‑detergent fiber), moderate crude protein (typically 7 – 10 %), low non‑structural carbohydrates, and a calcium‑to‑phosphorus ratio close to 0.5 : 1. In equine diets, golden timothy hay is valued as a palatable, lower‑energy roughage that supports gut motility and healthy chewing time, making it especially useful for “easy keepers,” horses prone to metabolic disorders, or animals requiring controlled calorie intake.