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.
Rain after drought, what happens to your horse's grass
Rain fall can trigger growth akin to a spring flush, especially if temperatures are high. Even whilst true spring may be in the past, the risk for those prone to laminitis will rise.
Sainfoin - a BBC Countryfile favourite forage?
For the second consecutive Sunday, presenter Adam Henson has discussed the use of sainfoin during Countryfile.
Lack of rain in the UK and how this can affect horses
Long, hot, dry weather may be wonderful for us during our leisure time, but the driest spring on record has had some serious implications for all connected with the land - including our horses.
Feeding the broodmare and foal
''Feed the mare to feed the foal'' - wise words from many an experienced breeder. With little grass due to the dry weather, grazing can be topped up in the feed bowl.
Parasites in Horses - Understanding Worms
If we can understand the worms’ life cycle, we can be more effective at managing them.
Need help choosing the right feed?
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