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.
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?
Have you spotted Birdsfoot trefoil in your paddock?
This is common Birdsfoot trefoil, although it is sometimes referred to as 'eggs and bacon'. It's an attractive wildflower, native to the UK...
Why are we so hard on ragwort?
We do bang on about ragwort! It is an excellent plant for pollinators and the main food source for the caterpillars of the cardinal moth.
We are what we eat...
We are increasingly aware that ultra processed food is bad for us, is this the same for our horses?
Why keeping sugar and starch levels low is not just advised for Laminitics
An understanding of digestive physiology explains why horses haven’t evolved to thrive on a high starch diet…
What is sainfoin?
We are frequently asked, 'What is Sainfoin'. Read on to learn more about this fantastic forage for horses.
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