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High winds and a higher risk of atypical myopathy

High winds and a higher risk of atypical myopathy and oak toxicosis

Track systems for horses - what does the research say?

Track systems for horses are growing in popularity, but are they beneficial? Here's what the research says...

Why are there so many acorns this year?

Why are there so many acorns this year? Every few years, nature produces an abundance of fruits, nuts and seeds.

Horses hormonal changes during autumn

Changing hormones result in changes to behaviour. These changes can be more marked in younger mares and fillies who have yet to adjust to their fluctuating hormones, mares who have already had a foal and mares on starchy or sugary diets.

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. 

Why is protein important in the horse's diet?

Protein. We should never underestimate the importance of this vital nutrient. It’s essential for muscle, skin, bones, internal organs, blood – just about any part of you or your horse needs protein!

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. 

No grass

The grass has taken a pretty good caning. September usually brings us some rain, and this can be a good time to reseed very worn-out paddocks.

Blackberry coats as Autumn approaches

With all the warm and dry weather we have had, it is hard to remember that we are fast approaching autumn. The horses are getting their “blackberry” coats.

Do horses have nutritional wisdom?

Are horses able to self medicate by choosing different plants?

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