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Beet pulp might not sound exciting, but it’s a game-changer for horse owners. It’s not flashy or expensive, but it’s packed with fiber and easy-to-digest energy that horses love. It’s the quiet hero in the feed room—low in sugar, high in nutrients, and gentle on their stomachs.
Should it be in flake- or pellet-form? What’s the correct water to beet pulp ratio? How much should a horse eat per pound of body weight, and do you measure it with the beet pulp soaked...
Beet pulp is a mainstay of many feeding programs for horses. This highly digestible feed is a good source of soluble fiber that supports hindgut function and helps meet energy requirements. Beet pulp is a by-product of sugar extraction from beets and is typically low in starch and sugar.
Beet pulp is a low-cost, highly digestible form of fiber (greater than or equal to that of most hays) that offers many nutritional benefits for horses. The microbes in the horse’s hindgut can easily ferment and use it for energy production, Vineyard says.
Beet pulp is a good choice for senior horses and at-risk horses. It can help meet any horse’s forage needs and is an excellent choice for horses who have bad teeth, are older and may have trouble chewing and also for horses who have respiratory problems (e.g. heaves).
Although both forms are safe to feed, when you are busy and trying to prepare food quickly or if your horse has a metabolic disorder, beet pulp shreds might be the right option for your horse. If you want to know about molasses-free horse treats, read this article on how to make horse treats without molasses.
From ration sizes to soaking strategies, here’s how to feed beet pulp and maximize its health benefits in your horse's diet. If you’ve been wondering how (or why) to introduce this fibrous feed into your horse’s diet, you’ve come to the right place!
Beet pulp is a low-cost, highly digestible form of fiber (greater than or equal to that of most hays) that offers many nutritional benefits for horses. The microbes in the horse’s hindgut can...
Beet pulp provides a slow-release energy source, keeping horses fueled throughout the day without causing spikes in blood sugar levels. It provides digestible energy ranging between that of good quality hay and grains, sourcing energy from soluble fiber as opposed to energy from starches and sugars.
Beet pulp has been a popular feed for horses for years without many people really knowing why. Beet pulp is a byproduct of the sugar beet industry and is predominant in the upper Midwest,...