Should horses eat straw?
Due to the high lignin content, straw is not very absorbent. Feeding straw to horses may lead to impaction colic and its coarse nature has been associated with an increased risk of gastric ulcers in horses.
What do horses eat?
What do horses eat? Well, we know they eat a lot! Ideally, they will eat for up to 16 hours a day, grazing on high fibre forage, walking slowly as they do so. This is fine if they have free range on the right sort of pasture but when it com
When Can You Feed New Hay to Horses?
Discover when it's safe to feed new hay to horses. Learn why you must wait 6 weeks after baling to prevent gassy colic and how to transition forage safely.
Preparing for Pony Club camp?
Ponies often work harder than usual at camp and so their feeding requirements will increase. Target Feeding is ideal.
Vegan Horse Feeds
Did you know Simple System's entire range of feeds are all registered with The Vegan Society?
Our Best Hay Replacers for Horses
With both grass and hay in short supply in some areas, a lot of horse owners are looking for a suitable forage to replace hay & keep the horses ticking over. Here are our best hay replacers for horses.
How has feeding horses changed over time?
Three decades ago, when Simple System was founded, feeding horses was often a matter of trusting that whatever came in a bag “just worked.” Fast forward to 2026 and the landscape could't be more different...
My horse's feed looks huge once soaked - is this OK?
Yes - Simple System feeds are all entirely forage based and digested in the hindgut, just like hay or grass - something we would never think twice about feeding generously.
Does my horse need a hay replacer?
There are many scenarios in which you may be considering feeding a direct replacement for hay or haylage.
Finding a Hay Replacer for Older Horses
The UK has an aging poplation of horses, wIth over one third of the UK horse population considered veteran. The average age of a horse in the UK is 14 years
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.