Kentucky Equine Research

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Kentucky Equine Research is an international equine nutrition, research and consultation company serving both the horse producer and the feed industry. Its goal is to advance the industry's knowledge of equine nutrition and exercise physiology and apply this knowledge to produce healthier, more athletic horses. More than 30 years ago, Kentucky Equine Research was formed to bridge the gap between t

he equine research community and horse owners. In those years Kentucky Equine Research has increased its presence by working with feed manufacturers and horse owners across the globe. Kentucky Equine Research provides nutritional solutions in the form of scientifically formulated feeds, unique nutritional supplements, and innovative consultation services. Kentucky Equine Research provides feed manufacturers with the scientific knowledge, innovation, and experience necessary for them to produce competitive, top-of-the line feeds.

Does your horse crib?Cribbing is considered a stereotypic behavior, and research suggests the motivation to crib may be ...
06/23/2026

Does your horse crib?

Cribbing is considered a stereotypic behavior, and research suggests the motivation to crib may be as strong as the drive to eat. In addition to potential stress-related causes, cribbing has also been associated with digestive health concerns, including gastric ulceration and hindgut acidosis.

Nutritional and management strategies may help reduce contributing factors. These can include feeding low-starch diets, offering multiple smaller meals, slowing concentrate intake, supporting digestive health, and increasing environmental enrichment and exercise.

Learn more about nutritional management strategies for horses that crib: https://ker.com/equinews/answer/qa-cribbing-horses-nutritional-management-possibilities/

I have an eight-year-old Quarter Horse gelding that I barrel race. He’s the perfect horse except for one habit: he cribs. In addition to his concentrate and free-choice hay, he’s fed a vitamin E and selenium supplement. He’s kept in an electric-fence field with no trees or wood, so he now crib...

06/23/2026

A recent study looked at integrating ways to encourage more natural 'grazing' situations in stalled horses to improve digestive health.

What is the “best feed” for a lightly worked horse?The answer depends on the individual horse, including age, activity l...
06/12/2026

What is the “best feed” for a lightly worked horse?

The answer depends on the individual horse, including age, activity level, body condition, forage availability, temperament, and overall nutritional needs.

For many horses in light work, a forage-based diet combined with a ration balancer may provide appropriate protein, vitamin, and mineral support without unnecessary calories.

Evaluating the entire diet, including hay quality, can help ensure nutritional needs are being met while maintaining healthy body condition.

Review feeding strategies for lightly worked horses: https://ker.com/equinews/answer/getting-my-new-horses-diet-right-from-the-start/

I now own a 12-year-old gelding that will be used primarily for light trail riding two or three times a week. I want to be sure to feed him a high-quality feed that meets his nutritional needs. His body condition is quite good, so I’d like to maintain that. He will receive hay two to three times p...

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