Livestock and Forages

Rotational Grazing for Horses

A photo of the taller, mature forage left by horses in a rough, beside the overgrazed lawns of young tender forage in a continuously grazed pasture.

Cassie W. LeMaster, Area Agent and Equine Extension Coordinator Horses evolved as grazing animals, well adapted to eating high-quality grasses and forages; therefore, forages should be the foundation of any horse’s nutrition program. Horses will consume approximately 2 percent of their body weight per day in forage dry-matter. If the major nutrient source is pasture, a […]

Budget-Friendly Pasture Management Tips

A photo of horses grazing fresh spring pasture.

Cassie LeMaster, Area Livestock and Forage Agent Fresh forage is often the most economical resource for feeding horses, but prolonged abuse can lead to costly renovations down the road. Most pasture management strategies, when implemented early on, are relatively inexpensive. Use these tips to help maintain one of the most valuable resources on your farm: […]