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Forage & Feeding Principles

From Bucket to Barrow

Join us on a digestive journey ''From Bucket to Barrow''...

Simple Feeding : Why ''Back to Basics'' is actually ''Anything but Basic''

We're often told that more is better. More ingredients, more supplements, more complex formulations. When we hear the phrase “back to basics” it’s easy to assume it means we might be settling for something. But are we?

Why do you suggest soaking feeds?

Soaked feeds are not just for older horses or those with poor dentition, they offer benefits for all horses. Here are some of the reasons...

Why is it cost-effective to feed a forage balancer to your horse?

How can it be cost-effective to feed a forage balancer when they appear to be the most expensive part of the horse's diet? Learn more here...

Horse Hay Tips: Managing Forage, Soaking, and Gut Health

Hay and forage management is a key topic for horse owners, especially when supplies are limited

Why do we recommend feeding horses from ground level?

How does the horse's jaw work? What happens if horses eat above ground level? Read the article to learn more...

Browse for horses, ponies and donkeys

In domestic settings, browse is often limited. Read more to learn how this can be easily addressed for your horses...

Coping with a UK Hay Shortage

With forage yields reported to be down by up to 50% this year, hay may well be in short supply this winter. 

Analysis of 2025 hay

2025 has been a particularly challenging year for farmers and many of us are aware there is likely to be a hay shortage as yields have been markedly down due to the prolonged hot and dry summer. 

Do horses have nutritional wisdom?

Are horses able to self medicate by choosing different plants?

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.