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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
Pasture Grass – 21% CP 48% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Moderate-quality pasture grass will contain approximately 21% crude protein and 48% NDF. Grass at this stage of growth should be consumed in moderation.
Pasture Grass – 24% CP 40% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Young lush pasture grass is typically high in protein and low in fibre (24% crude protein; 40% NDF). This may be appropriate for horses with high calorie and protein demands, such as growing horses or horses in heavy exercise.
Pasture Grass (AB Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in Alberta, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (BC Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in British Columbia, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (Central US)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in the central United States provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (Eastern US)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in the eastern United States provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (MB Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in Manitoba, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (NB Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in New Brunswick, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (NL Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (NS Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in Nova Scotia, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (ON Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in Ontario, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (PEI Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in Prince Edward Island, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (QC Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in Quebec, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (SK Avg)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in Saskatchewan, Canada provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Grass (Western US)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Average grass pastures in the western United States provide 16% crude protein and 55% NDF. Horses grazing on pasture with this mineral composition will require supplementation of selenium, zinc, copper and other nutrients to avoid deficiency.
Pasture Mix (Dodson & Horrell)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
FlavorFlavor
GrainsGrains
NutritionNutrition
Pasture Mix by Dodson & Horrell is a textured feed that is lower in protein and has an elevated fibre level. This feed is for horses and ponies that need some additional fibre and vitamins, and minerals in their diet.
Pasture Mixed – 20% CP 41% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
ProteinProtein
Mixed pasture containing both legume and grass species is typical in the Northern US and Canada. This type of pasture is high in protein and energy.
Pasture Mixed – 26% CP 35% NDF
FiberFiber
ForageForage
HealthHealth
ProteinProtein
Mixed pasture contains both legume species such as alfalfa and clover as well as grass species such as timothy. This type of pasture is common in North America.
Peppermint & Carrot (The Forage Porridge)
FatFat
FiberFiber
FlavorFlavor
ProteinProtein
Peppermint & Carrot 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.
Perform & Shine (Simple System Horse Feeds)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
IngredientIngredient
NutritionNutrition
Perform & Shine is a grass-based feed with added cold-pressed linseed oil. It is a highly digestible feed which encourages chewing and saliva production in horses.
Performance (Krafft)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
PerformancePerformance
ProteinProtein
Performance from Krafft is a supplementary feed that provides protein and fibre for horses of all work level. Performance is formulated with oats and wheat bran.
Performance Balancer (Dodson & Horrell)
Hoof HealthHoof Health
JointsJoints
PerformancePerformance
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
Performance Balancer is a performance feed meant to be fed as a low intake feed or alongside another feed. This feed provides the vitamins and minerals to support joint care, a higher level of biotin for hoof support, and yeast for a healthy hindgut.
Performance Concentrate Muesli (Dodson & Horrell)
Hoof HealthHoof Health
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
VitaminsVitamins
Performance Concentrate Muesli by Dodson & Horrell is a high protein feed with a concentrated amount of vitamins and minerals. This feed is to be fed with oats and offers additional antioxidants and hoof support.
Performance Cubes (TopSpec)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Performance Cubes is a pelleted feed intended to provide additional caloric energy to horses and ponies of all work levels. It provides 'cool' energy which makes it ideal for hot horses.
Performance Fibre (Dengie)
FiberFiber
Gut HealthGut Health
PerformancePerformance
UlcersUlcers
Performance Fibre is a chopped grass and alfalfa feed. It is intended for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. It is coated in molasses and spearmint oil which is meant to increase palatability for picky horses.
Performance Lite Feed Balancer (TopSpec)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
PerformancePerformance
Ration BalancerRation Balancer
Performance Lite Feed Balancer from TopSpec is ideal for easy keepers competing or in heavy work. This ration balancer supports bone strength, hoof health, and skin and coat quality.
Performance Low Starch (Krafft)
Complete FeedComplete Feed
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
NutritionNutrition
PerformancePerformance
Performance Low Starch is a supplementary feed with low NSC. It also contains yeast which can help with a horse's gut health.
Performance Senior (Daily Dose Equine)
FatFat
FiberFiber
PerformancePerformance
SeniorSenior
Performance Senior by Daily Dose Equine is a textured feed that provides a high-calorie diet with 15% fat that is ideal for senior horses with dental issues or hard keepers.
Performance Vitamins and Minerals (Dodson & Horrell)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
ElectrolyteElectrolyte
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
Performance Vitamins and Minerals from Dodson & Horrell is a pelleted supplement that provides increased micronutrients for performance and breeding horses and ponies. This supplement also contains electrolytes to promote recovery and rehydration.
Pillease Wafer (Majesty’s)
DigestionDigestion
Gut HealthGut Health
HealthHealth
NutrientsNutrients
Pillease is a treat intended to make giving your horse pills much easier. The treats contain coconut oil, pectin, and lecithin, which help promote healthy gut function.
Plus Energy (Krafft)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
EnergyEnergy
FiberFiber
Plus Energy is a ration balancer that provides gentle energy. It can be used for horses in moderate work, as the only additional feed, or to performance horses alongside grain.
Power & Performance (Allen & Page)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
EnergyEnergy
PerformancePerformance
StaminaStamina
Power & Performance from Allen & Page is intended for performance horses and ponies. Power & Performance is intended to provide slow-release energy.
Prebiotic Ulsa-X Mash (Thunderbrook)
DigestionDigestion
Gut HealthGut Health
HealthHealth
NutritionNutrition
Prebiotic Ulsa-X Mash from Thunderbrook is a digestive supplement intended to support horses' gut microbiome. This supplement contains Jerusalem Artichoke which is intended to support gut health and function.
Premium Alfalfa Forage Blend (Triple Crown)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Premium Alfalfa Forage Blend by Triple Crown is a hay blend intended for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. It can be provided during hay shortages or when the quality of hay is poor.
Premium Alfalfa Timothy Cubes (DuMor)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
ProteinProtein
Premium Alfalfa Timothy Cubes by DuMor are a forage source for the equine diet. Alfalfa Timothy Cubes can be used to replace some hay or augment the fibre content of the diet.
Premium Grass Forage (Triple Crown)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Low NSC FeedsLow NSC Feeds
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Premium Grass Forage by Triple Crown is a blend of timothy and orchard grass hay intended for horses of all ages and work levels. It can be especially beneficial to underweight horses and performance horses. It is a good feed to add to a horse's diet if there is hay shortages or the quality of hay is poor.
Premium Hay (Lucerne Farms)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
FiberFiber
ForageForage
ProteinProtein
Lucerne Farms Premium Hay is made of roughly chopped timothy and mixed hays packaged in a compressed bale. It is designed to provide energy and protein from forage in a more digestible form for all classes of horses.
Premium Timothy Cubes (Ontario Dehy)
FiberFiber
ForageForage
Gut HealthGut Health
Hay StretcherHay Stretcher
Premium Timothy™ Cubes is a forage replacement containing 100% Timothy hay in a cubed, dehydrated format. It is suitable for horses requiring a low-dust or low-protein feed.
Pure Condition Mix (Pure Feed Company)
FatFat
MuscleMuscle
Omega 3-6-9Omega 3-6-9
PerformancePerformance
Pure Condition Mix by Pure Feed Company is a textured horse feed that promotes positive behaviour and helps to improve muscle development. It supports digestive health and supplies calm energy to the horse.
Pure Easy (Pure Feed Company)
EnergyEnergy
ExerciseExercise
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
VitaminsVitamins
Pure Balance by Pure Feed Company is a pelleted horse feed that supports health and vitality. It is free from molasses and wholegrain cereals and contains linseed to encourage healthy coat condition and shine.
Pure Fibre Balance (Pure Feed Company)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
NutrientsNutrients
VitaminsVitamins
Pure Fibre Balance by Pure Feed Company is a textured horse feed for easy keepers that includes vitamins and minerals. It is a high fibre content to support gut health and is low in calories to prevent unwanted weight gain.
Pure Grass (Dengie)
DentalDental
DigestionDigestion
HealthHealth
NutritionNutrition
Pure Grass by Dengie is a grass grown in the Eastern counties of England. It is suitable for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. It is ideal for horses with poor teeth as the short chop length makes it easier to chew.
Pure Grass Pellets (Dengie)
DentalDental
FiberFiber
NutritionNutrition
ProteinProtein
Pure Grass Pellets by Dengie is a pelleted feed comprised of 100% meadow grass grown in the UK. It is suitable for horses and ponies of all ages and work levels. This feed is intended to be fed soaked, making it ideal for senior horses.
Pure Performance (Pure Feed Company)
EnergyEnergy
MuscleMuscle
NutrientsNutrients
PerformancePerformance
Pure Performance by Pure Feed Company is a textured feed that contains oats to provide an instant energy source. It also has oil that gives your horse sustained and controlled power and fibre to be kind to the digestive system.
Pure Stud (Pure Feed Company)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
GrowthGrowth
NutrientsNutrients
StallionStallion
Pure Stud by Pure Feed Company is a textured feed which supports bone development and is low in starch. Pure Stud provides growing horses with the essential nutrients they require for proper growth.
Pure Treats (Pure Feed Company)
FiberFiber
FlavorFlavor
GrainsGrains
NutrientsNutrients
Pure Treats by Pure Feed Company is a horse treat in chunk format to provide a snack for your horse. It contains high-quality ingredients and is palatable. It has no added sugar.
Pure Veteran Mix (Pure Feed Company)
Caloric EnergyCaloric Energy
Mineral BalanceMineral Balance
SeniorSenior
VitaminsVitamins
Pure Veteran Mix by Pure Feed Company is a textured feed formulated with high levels of vitamins and minerals for older horses. It is free from molasses and maintains topline and muscle tone through easily digested protein.
Pure Working (Pure Feed Company)
Competition HorsesCompetition Horses
FatFat
NutritionNutrition
Weight IssuesWeight Issues
Pure Working by Pure Feed Company is a textured horse feed that provides extra stamina without spooking. It has a high amino acid content for topline muscle development and is an All-in-one feed with vitamins and minerals.
Quiet Cubes (Allen & Page)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
ExerciseExercise
HerbHerb
NutrientsNutrients
Quiet Cubes from Allen & Page is intended for easy keepers and horses and ponies at rest or in light work. This feed contains added mint which is meant to increase palatability.
Quiet Mix (Allen & Page)
Easy KeeperEasy Keeper
ExerciseExercise
Gut HealthGut Health
NutrientsNutrients
Quiet Mix from Allen & Page is intended for horses and ponies at rest or in light work. This feed contains yeast which is meant to support overall gut health.

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