NQ Stockfeed & Farm Supplies

NQ Stockfeed & Farm Supplies NQ Stockfeed and Pet Supplies pride themselves on quality, friendly and knowledgeable customer service. NQ Stockfeed will be sure not to disappoint.

NQ Stockfeed provide fresh, quality assured produce for a wide variety of animals and pets. NQ Stockfeeds and Farm Supplies is a locally owned and operated, family business that has been around for more than 15 years. Back in the early 2000's A young lady named Nat, opened the business with a small range of stock and supported the small community that was around back during that time. In about 200

4, a man named Kevin took over the business and kept supplying the needs of the community around the northern beaches and cairns city. After about 6 years Kevin decided it was time to sell and a young lady by the name of Jodie Stone, saw the potential the business had and decided to buy it. Since 2010 NQ Stockfeeds and Farm Supplies has grown and developed into one of the most well-known and respected Stockfeed business in the Far North Queensland Region. NQ Stockfeeds also delivers to all transport and shipping companies based out of Cairns. To Place orders or for any inquiries contact Nq_stockfeeds on:

PH:0740 370 300 or Email: [email protected]

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08/06/2026

AUTOMATIC Chicken Door opens and closes with timer settings

AVAILABLE in store $100

Congratulations to Renee for her win on Saturday afternoon 💕
07/06/2026

Congratulations to Renee for her win on Saturday afternoon 💕

Who wants a sneaky peek at the prize for the weekend event at Redlynch Equestrian AssociationThis prize is worth $300 🏅🏆...
05/06/2026

Who wants a sneaky peek at the prize for the weekend event at Redlynch Equestrian Association

This prize is worth $300 🏅🏆🎉

You have to be in it to win it !!!

Have a great weekend of jumping
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01/06/2026

❄️ WINTER FEEDING, PASTURE CHANGE & WHERE CHAFF FITS IN 🌾

As temperatures drop, horses naturally use more energy to maintain body heat. At the same time, pasture growth and quality decline. During this seasonal shift, feeding decisions need to focus on maintaining condition, gut health, and overall wellbeing.

🌱 What changes in winter pasture?
• Reduced pasture growth and availability
• Shorter grazing time and lower daily intake from grass
• Greater reliance on hay and other fibre sources
• Increased variability in daily forage intake

📊 How much forage do horses actually need?

Most horses should consume around 1.5–2% of their bodyweight per day in forage, with many needing closer to 2–2.5% in winter when pasture is limited and energy demands increase (Agriculture Victoria).

🐴 For a 500 kg horse, this looks like:
• 1.5% BW → 7.5 kg forage/day
• 2.0% BW → 10 kg forage/day
• 2.5% BW → 12.5 kg forage/day

👉 In practical terms, this is approximately 10–12.5 kg of total forage (hay, chaff, and/or pasture combined) per day in winter, depending on body condition, workload, and metabolism.

🌾 Where chaff fits in winter diets

Chaff is a valuable forage source which can help to:
✅ Support total fibre intake when pasture is limited
✅ Increase chewing time and saliva production (important for gut health)
✅ Improve ration consistency when hay quality or supply varies
✅ Provide additional fibre without significantly increasing energy (depending on type)
✅ Assist horses with dental issues or older horses who struggle with long-stem forage

💧 Don’t forget water & gut health

As horses transition from fresh pasture to drier feeds like hay and chaff, adequate water and salt intake becomes essential to support normal gut function and help reduce the risk of impaction colic. Always ensure fresh, clean water is available at all times.

👉 Important reminder
Chaff is not a complete feed. Nutrient levels vary depending on the forage type, so it should always be balanced as part of the full ration.

Our chaff is feed tested and supplied with a typical nutrient analysis, providing consistency and transparency in feed quality. ✨

Learn more: www.belvidereridgechaff.com

References
• Agriculture Victoria – Horse feeding and roughage requirements (1–2% BW forage/day, increased needs in cold conditions)
• Ermers et al. (2023) – Fibre requirements in horses
• Williams et al. (2015) – Water intake and gut motility changes with diet transition
• Cuddeford et al. (1995) – Fibre digestion in equids
• McGilchrist (PhD Equine Nutrition, UNE) – Forage-first equine nutrition principles

Please consult a qualified equine nutritionist or veterinarian for advice specific to your horse.

Looking forward to the weekend competition? Need any last minute gear ?Supplements ?We are proudly sponsoring the featur...
01/06/2026

Looking forward to the weekend competition?

Need any last minute gear ?
Supplements ?

We are proudly sponsoring the feature event … camera prepped and ready

01/06/2026

MULCH HAY BALES $15

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CHOOK /ANIMALS BEDDING

Our New Premium Animal Bedding is now available at Nq Stockfeeds 🎉 We have received a fantastic response with this produ...
28/05/2026

Our New Premium Animal Bedding is now available at Nq Stockfeeds 🎉

We have received a fantastic response with this product and only $20

✅ Steam processed for hygiene and to reduce dust
✅ Ideal fibre length for high comfort & high absorbency
✅ Suitable for a wide range of animals from large to small 🐾
✅ easy to use
✅ provides large coverage
✅ 100% natural and biodegradable

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Lot 6 Walkers Road Yorkies K**b
Cairns, QLD
4870

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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