Allergic reactions to dust and fungal spores commonly found in hay can cause respiratory problems in horses. This can cause ill health and the inability of the horse to perform to it’s full potential. A common practice to overcome this problem is to soak the horses hay, but this process only results in a substantial loss in nutrient feed value and should any of that hay be permitted to dry then the possibility of inhaled dust and fungal spores becomes a problem again.

Feeding Devon Haylage eliminates this problem as the natural process of mild fermentation inhibits fungal growth, resulting in an extremely low spore count.

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Fibre is broken down in the horses gut to provide energy and warmth and so ensuring the horse consumes enough fibre is of high importance. The grass, from which Devon Haylage is made, is only cut once it has matured and the seed heads are well developed, this ensures the resulting haylage is high in long digestible fibre and low in protein levels, making it suitable for all horses and ponies .

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Devon Haylage is suitable for all horses and ponies due to the high fibre content with low protein levels. The natural fermentation process increases the digestibility of the fibre resulting in better utilization of energy that helps keep the horse warm and assists rear gut biological processes and health.