Omega 9 Fatty Acids - Feed Ingredient

Omega-9 fatty acids are a class of monounsaturated fats, with oleic acid being the most common form. Unlike omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, omega-9s are not classified as essential fatty acids because horses can synthesize them endogenously from unsaturated fats in the diet.

In equine feed formulations, omega-9 fatty acids are typically introduced through plant-based oils such as canola oil, olive oil, sunflower oil (high-oleic variety), and certain algae oils. These fats may be used to increase caloric density in the ration and can serve as an alternative or complement to other fat sources.