Rolled Oats - Feed Ingredient

Rolled oats are whole oat grains that have been steamed and flattened through rollers. This mechanical processing breaks the hull and exposes the inner grain, improving digestibility while preserving most of the oat’s natural nutrient content.

In equine nutrition, rolled oats are a common cereal grain used for their energy, fiber, and moderate protein levels. They are palatable, easy to chew, and well-tolerated by most horses, making them a popular choice in grain mixes and textured feeds.

While oats are lower in starch than corn or barley, rolled oats still contribute non-structural carbohydrates and should be fed in appropriate amounts, particularly in horses with metabolic sensitivities.