Alternatives to hay or haylage
Horses can require a forage alternative for a variety of reasons: a shortage in the hay supply, as a higher energy or lower calorie option, due to ingredient sensitivities, or, in the case of older or dentally challenged horses, when they can no longer chew long stem forage well.
We offer a wide range of hay alternatives which are produced using only natural forage ingredients in a variety of product formats.
From pellets that are fed soaked as a mash, to forage blocks and chops / chaffs, we have your hay replacement needs covered.
As with all Simple System feeds, our hay replacers are free from cereals and their by-products (including straw), molasses, soya, additives and preservatives. Some, such as HayCare, can be utilised as full hay replacers, others can be used to partially replace hay or haylage.
If you require advice about which options are best suited to your horse's individual requirements, contact the Feed Line on 01728 604 008 or email info@simplesystem.co.uk. We will be happy to help.
Lucie Nuts
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Premium 12mm lucerne nuts, naturally high in calcium & protein to support muscles & bones.
- Our most popular feed
- Economical
- Ideal for older horses
Sainfoin Brix
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Sainfoin compressed into 1kg blocks, rich in natural minerals & trace elements. Feed whole & dry to mimic grazing.
- Very palatable
MeadowBrix
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Mature Timothy Grass compressed into 1kg grass blocks, feed whole & dry to mimic grazing.
- Encourages chewing
- Partial or full hay replacer
Lucie Brix
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Premium lucerne compressed into 1kg blocks, feed whole & dry to mimic grazing.
- Convenient
- Encourages chewing
Lucie Fibre Cubes
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Our highest fibre, low sugar lucerne in 6mm cubes, perfect for those needing a low calorie feed.
- Exceptionally high fibre
- Natural vitamins & minerals
- Free from straw
Timothy Chop
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A high fibre Timothy Grass chop. Harvested at a mature stage for naturally low sugars.
- Superior high fibre
- Low protein & low sugar
- Free from straw & additives
Organic Lucie Stalks
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Sieved lucerne chop ideal for all equines, especially those looking to lose weight.
- Encourages chewing
- Superior high fibre
- Organic
Blue Bag Grass Pellets
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Premium 6mm high fibre grass pellets, providing all the benefits of summer grass, all year round.
- High quality fibre
- Lower protein
- Specifically grown for Simple System
HayCare
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Premium high fibre quick-soaking Timothy grass for horses and ponies unable to eat hay.
- Superior high fibre
- Quick-soaking 12mm pellets
- Very palatable
- Naturally low in sugar & starch
PuraBeet
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Unmolassed beetpulp pellets - a source of high quality digestible fibre, with no added sugar.
- Economical
- Free from molasses
- Partial hay replacer
Need help choosing the right feed?
Passionate about all things forage feeding, our friendly advisors are happy to help, from product questions to complete personalised feed plans. Speak to our Feed Line for free feeding advice today.