Reproduction

Many horse owners and managers know that omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids play important roles as precursors in the production of local hormones Read more

Mare’s milk provides all the nutritional needs of foals in the first six to eight weeks of life. By Read more

Well-fed lactating mares can produce the equivalent of 2-4% of their body weight in milk daily during the first Read more

Energy demands for lactation are among the highest for horses. Read more

Body condition of mares can affect reproductive efficiency. For optimal efficiency, mares should be maintained at a body condition Read more

Horses that have decreased access to good-quality green pasture or hay will benefit from vitamin E supplementation to prevent Read more

Proper feeding of broodmares during pregnancy is an essential part of producing healthy foals. Read more

Endophyte-infected tall fescue causes legions of problems, collectively called fescue toxicosis, in broodmares. Read more

Proper nutritional management of the breeding stallion is paramount. Breeding stallions are often the most frustrating horses on a Read more

Mares represent the mainstay of any commercial or private breeding enterprise. In addition to their all important genetic contributions, Read more