Do horses always need vitamin and mineral supplements?
Supplements can cost as much, or even more, than the regular feed. But are they always needed?
Is ryegrass good for horses?
Ryegrass triggers more controversy than any other grass type...
Feel good factor or food intolerance?
Certain horses can react to certain feeds and as owners may perceive that these feeds cause their horse to “hot up” or are even allergic/sensitive to the feed.
Protein in the equine diet
Horses requirement for protein varies depending on their age, reproductive status, age, work and condition...
FAQs about Sainfoin for horses
Q. What is sainfoin? The name comes from the French 'saint foin' meaning 'healthy hay' and it is a premium alternative to grass or lucerne / alfalfa.
Sainfoin, a sustainable crop?
The 'forgotten forage' that is sainfoin, is starting to see a resurgence. Here are just a few reasons why...
Brewers' Yeast for Horses
Yeast is an amazing feed for horses (and humans too!)
Lucerne chops
At Simple System, we use the British term lucerne for this amazing forage others also use the American term, alfalfa.
How much linseed is safe to feed my horse?
Start with 25g per 100kg of the horse's ideal weight, for example 125g for a 500kg horse. If needed you can increase up to three times this amount.
Why does my horse need a low starch diet?
Carbohydrates such as starch are often used to provide glycogen, or energy, for the muscles. However, the horse evolved to source its energy from forages that are naturally very low in starch. High starch diets can upset the sensitive digestive tract.
Need help choosing the right feed?
Our friendly advisors are happy to help, from product questions to complete personalised feed plans. Speak to our Feed Line for feeding advice today.