Last Updated: August 22, 2026 First cut hay and second cut hay differ mainly in when they’re harvested and how mature the plants are at cutting. First cut is often coarser, stemmier, and higher in structural fiber. Second cut is usually softer, leafier, more digestible, and somewhat higher in protein and energy. But there’s an […]
Last updated: August 22, 2026 Buying hay for a horse isn’t as simple as choosing the greenest bale or the lowest price. Good horse hay should be clean, properly cured, pleasant-smelling, low in dust, free from visible mold and appropriate for the horse eating it. Beyond those basic checks, the type and nutritional value of […]
The best hay for a horse is clean, well-cured, properly stored, and suited to the horse’s nutritional needs. For many mature horses in maintenance or light work, a good-quality grass hay such as timothy or orchard grass makes an excellent foundation. Horses that need more calories, protein, or minerals often do better with alfalfa or […]
