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Grass Forage - Feed Ingredient

Grass forage refers to the fresh or dried grasses that serve as the primary fiber source in equine diets. Common types of grass forage include timothy, orchardgrass, brome, fescue, and Bermuda grass. It provides essential fiber, which supports gut health, proper digestion, and overall well-being in horses.

In equine nutrition, grass forage is typically fed as pasture, hay, or haylage, depending on availability and storage methods. It can be used as the primary forage source, processed into pellets or cubes as a forage replacement, or included as an ingredient in concentrate feeds to provide fiber-based calories. Grass forage supplies energy, protein, and important vitamins and minerals, though nutrient content varies based on grass species, soil quality, and maturity at harvest.

The following equine feeds, supplements and products contain Grass Forage as an ingredient.

Feeds, Supplements & Products
Hay – Mid Quality (NS AVG)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
This represents the composition of a mid-quality mixed legume/grass hay in Nova Scotia, Canada. It contains 10% CP and 57% NDF.
Hay – Mid Quality (Ontario Average)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
This represents the composition of a mid-quality mixed legume/grass hay in Ontario, Canada. It contains 10% CP and 57% NDF.
Hay – Mid Quality (PEI AVG)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
This represents the composition of a mid-quality mixed legume/grass hay in Prince Edward Island, Canada. It contains 10% CP and 57% NDF.
Hay – Mid Quality (QC AVG)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
This represents the composition of a mid-quality mixed legume/grass hay in Quebec, Canada. It contains 10% CP and 57% NDF
Hay – Mid Quality (SE US)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
This represents the composition of a mid-quality mixed legume/grass hay in Southeastern US. It contains 10% CP and 57% NDF
Hay – Mid Quality (SK AVG)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
This represents the composition of a mid-quality mixed legume/grass hay in Saskatchewan, Canada. It contains 10% CP and 57% NDF.
Hay – Mid Quality (Western US)
DigestionDigestion
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
This represents the composition of a mid-quality mixed legume/grass hay in Western US. It contains 10% CP and 57% NDF
Hay Bermuda – 10% CP 70% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Bermuda hay is commonly grown in the Southern US. Bermuda is a high-fibre, low-starch forage that is suitable for most horses. Protein content will be higher when cut at lower maturity.
Hay Bermuda – 15% CP 55% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Bermuda hay is a high-fibre, low-sugar forage commonly grown in the Southern US. When cut at an earlier growth stage, the protein content is approximately 15% making this forage suitable for growing or performance horses.
Hay Bermuda – 5% CP 80% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Bermuda hay is a warm-season grass forage commonly grown in the Southern US. Bermuda hay harvested at a mature growth stage is typically low in protein and high in fibre. This may be a suitable forage for easy keepers.
Hay Cobs (Thunderbrook)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
Gut HealthGut Health
HealthHealth
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Hay Cobs from Thunderbrook is a high-fibre, foraged-based feed. Hay Cobs is intended for horses with digestive issues. This feed is low NSC (9.6%) and contains 20.6% crude fibre.
Hay Grass – 10% CP 67% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutritionNutrition
Grass hay from various grass species is a common forage source in equine diets. Grass hay with 10% crude protein would be appropriate for horses in moderate work.
Hay Grass – 16% CP 55% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Grass hay harvested at an early stage of growth typically has higher protein content. This hay profile is an appropriate forage for hard keepers, growing, gestating and lactating horses.
Hay Grass – 7% CP 72% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HindgutHindgut
NutritionNutrition
Hay from grass species is commonly fed to horses. When harvested at a mature stage of growth it will have relatively low protein and high fibre content. This hay is a suitable choice for easy keepers or horses at maintenance.
Hay Oat – 9% CP 60% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Oat hay is a high-fibre forage suitable for mature horses at maintenance. Oat hay should be harvested before the seedhead develops to ensure lower starch content and improved palatability.
Hay Orchard – 13% CP 59% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Orchard hay is a cool-season grass commonly grown in North America. Soft and palatable, orchard hay harvested at an earlier growth stage has higher protein content and lower NDF. It is suitable for hard keepers and performance horses.
Hay Orchard – 8% CP 65% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HindgutHindgut
NutritionNutrition
Orchard hay is a common forage source for horses. It has a soft texture and is typically highly palatable. Orchard hay with 8% crude protein and 65% NDF is suitable for easy keepers and horses with metabolic concerns.
Hay Pangola – 9% CP 70% NDF
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Pangola 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.
Hay Reed Canary – 10% CP 65% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Reed Canary hay is a cool-season hay used in equine diets. Native species contain high levels of alkaloids which may reduce palatability for horses. It can be fed in place of timothy hay but may result in lower intake.
Hay Replacer Pellets (Kelley’s Feed)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
NutritionNutrition
Kelley's Hay Replacer Pellets is a forage replacement made of alfalfa, bermuda, and mixed grasses. It also contains added molasses, vitamins, and minerals. This pelleted hay replacer is intended for all horses and ponies, especially those who have trouble chewing.
Hay Timothy – 11% CP 61% NDF
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
ProteinProtein
Timothy hay is derived from curing timothy grass. It is commonly grown in the Northern US and Canada. Medium-quality timothy hay is composed of approximately 11% crude protein and 61% fibre.
Hay Timothy – 14% CP 55% NDF
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
ProteinProtein
Timothy is a grass hay frequently fed to horses in North America. High-quality timothy hay with approximately 14% crude protein and 55% NDF is a suitable choice for growing or performance horses.
Hay Timothy – 8% CP 69% NDF
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
Timothy is a grass hay commonly grown in the North America. It can be a suitable forage source for most horses. When harvested in later growth stages it will be low in protein and high in fibre.
Hay Wheat – 9% CP 63% NDF
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Wheat hay is made by curing wheat cut early before the seedhead matures. This is not commonly used as a forage source for horses.
HayCare (Simple System Horse Feeds)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
HayCare is a quick-soaking timothy grass pellet for horses or ponies who are unable to consume hay. It is very palatable and has low NSC.
Haystack Natural – Special Blend Pellets (Haystack Farm & Feed)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FatFat
FiberFiber
Grain FreeGrain Free
Haystack Naturals Special Blend Pellets is a 12% NSC feed for horses that require a reduced carbohydrate diet. Energy sources include timothy and alfalfa hay, beet pulp, flax seed meal, canola, and rice bran.
HDF Lay Off Mix (Spillers Feeds)
Bone HealthBone Health
ExerciseExercise
FiberFiber
MuscleMuscle
HDF Lay Off Mix from Spiller Feeds is a low-energy mix intended for performance and racing horses in early training. This feed mix contains steam-flaked barley, maize, and peas to increase the palatability of the feed.
Health Mash (Dodson & Horrell)
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
HerbHerb
NutritionNutrition
Health Mash by Dodson & Horrell is a supplementary feed meant to support immune and digestive function, with added antioxidants and yeast. The ingredients list includes wheatbran, vegetable oil, and herbs. Health Mash is a molasses-free option.
Healthy Herbal Chaff (Thunderbrook)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
ForageForage
HealthHealth
NutritionNutrition
Healthy Herbal Chaff from Thunderbrook is made from dried, chopped meadow grass. Healthy Herbal Chaff contains 12.6% crude protein and 2.6% fat. This feed is intended to encourage horses to chew slowly.
Hempables Wafer (Majesty’s)
HealthHealth
HerbHerb
ImmunityImmunity
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
Hempables is a supplement that contains CBD. The product is purported to help with anxiety and discomfort, however, research is needed to evaluate these claims and determine efficacy.
Herbal Quiet Mix (Allen & Page)
ExerciseExercise
HerbHerb
NutrientsNutrients
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Herbal Quiet Mix from Allen & Page is intended for horses and ponies at rest or in light to medium work. This feed contains nettle, rosemary, cloves, and garlic.
Hesta Mix Classic (St.Hippolyt)
Gut HealthGut Health
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
Skin + HairSkin + Hair
Hesta Mix Classic by St.Hippolyt is a pelleted feed intended to support skin and coat health in larger breed horses.
Hesta Mix Light Energy (St.Hippolyt)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
NutritionNutrition
Organic Trace MineralsOrganic Trace Minerals
Hesta Mix Light Energy by St.Hippolyt is a low energy feed intended for special breed horses, ponies or easy keepers.
Hesta Mix Muesli (St.Hippolyt)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
NutrientsNutrients
NutritionNutrition
Hesta Mix Muesli by St.Hippolyt is a supplement intended for horses in light work with lower feed requirements, and for larger breed horses such as Andalusians, Lusitanos, cold-blooded horses, Arabians, Irish cobs or Friesians.
Hi Fiber Chopped Forage (Lucerne Farms)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
NutrientsNutrients
Hi Fiber Chopped Forage is a dust-free blend of timothy, oat, and alfalfa hay combined with molasses for palatability. It can be used as a hay replacement for a broad range of horses.
Hi Fiber Gold (Lucerne Farms)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
ProteinProtein
Hi Fiber Gold by Lucerne Farms is a mixture of timothy, oat, and alfalfa hays that has been chopped and dust extracted. This forage is intended for pleasure horses, performance horses, or horses with dental problems.
Hi-Fi Senior (Dengie)
Coat QualityCoat Quality
DentalDental
PerformancePerformance
SeniorSenior
Hi-Fi Senior is a chopped grass and alfalfa feed. It is intended for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. It is meant to support horses and ponies with poor dental health.
High Fibre Mash (TopSpec)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
FiberFiber
NutritionNutrition
SeniorSenior
High Fibre Mash from TopSpec is an ideal feed for easy keepers and seniors who have difficulty chewing. This mash is intended to be soaked before feeding, which supports hydration and gut health.
High Fibre Pellets (Ritchie Smith – Harmony)
FiberFiber
HealthHealth
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
NutritionNutrition
High Fibre Pellets from Ritchie Smith's Harmony is a low NSC feed intended for easy keepers or horses who have metabolic issues. This feed is 13% crude protein and 5% fat.
High Performance (Thomas Moore Feed)
EnergyEnergy
NutrientsNutrients
PerformancePerformance
YeastYeast
High Performance from Thomas Moore Feed is a high energy feed that is intended for performance horses. It also contains minerals, vitamins and yeast.
Horseman’s Omega Complete Performance (Danco Forage)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
Horseman's Omega Complete Performance by Danco Forage is a forage cube containing alfalfa, grass hay and flax seed. These cubes are suitable for all horse types.
Horseman’s Omega Plus Complete Performance (Danco Forage)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
Horseman's Omega Plus Complete Performance by Danco Forage is a forage cube containing alfalfa, grass hay, flax seed and added minerals. These forage cubes are suitable for all classes of horses.
Improver Conditioning Mix (Hilight)
HealthHealth
ImmunityImmunity
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Improver Conditioning Mix from Hilight is intended to provide horses with additional calories who may require additional body condition. This feed contains 5.5% fat and 13% crude protein.
Integrity Adult/Senior (Integrity Horse Feeds)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
ExerciseExercise
Gut HealthGut Health
SeniorSenior
Integrity Adult/Senior is a 5.4% starch textured feed designed for adult and senior horses in light to moderate work. Energy sources include beet pulp, soy hulls, rice bran, cane molasses, grains and canola oil.
Integrity Lite (Integrity Horse Feeds)
FatFat
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
ProteinProtein
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
Integrity Lite is a 4.3% starch textured feed intended for minis, pleasure horses, and easy keepers. It is a grain-free feed with a moderate fat content and low-calorie density.
Integrity with Timothy (Integrity Horse Feeds)
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
ProteinProtein
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
YeastYeast
Integrity with Timothy is a pelleted feed containing wheat bran, soybean hulls, rice bran and timothy hay. It is intended for horses over 3 years of age and provides moderate calorie density.
International Sports Champions Claim (St.Hippolyt)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
NutritionNutrition
PerformancePerformance
International Sports Champions Claim by St.Hippolyt is an energy-rich muesli intended for high-performance horses.
Irish Mash (St.Hippolyt)
ColicColic
DigestionDigestion
Gut HealthGut Health
RecoveryRecovery
Irish Mash by St.Hippolyt is a textured feed intended to be used for horses following colic, surgery and during recovery. It can also be used for horses with chewing problems and loss of appetite.
Jaragua Grass Hay Brazil Fine Chop
DigestionDigestion
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Jaragua (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 typically fed to ruminants.
Jaragua Grass Hay Brazil Long
DigestionDigestion
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Jaragua (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.

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