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Our range of equine feeds has been developed to meet the special needs of the horse’s unique digestive system. You will find all of the products are FREE from: cereals and their by-products, pulses, molasses, preservatives and additives.

23/06/2025

Simple System Horse Feeds offer a range of six high-quality forage chops, designed to suit horses in varying levels of work.

We use a variety of different forage types; grass, lucerne and sainfoin. Due to their differing nutritional profiles, we have options to suit those with either low or high calorie requirements.

Watch as Simple System's Nutrition Manager, Ellen Lincoln, gives a brief overview of each product in the chopped forages range.

PS. We're giving you the opportunity to try two bags of our chop for free! Entries close at midnight on 30th June, so don't dilly dally. The link to enter is in the comments.

22/06/2025

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝗼 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲?

Giving your horse access to a variety of grasses, herbs and hedgerows through their hay, feed, or management and housing, helps to mimic the diet they would consume in nature. Each plant, herb and forb supplies a differing nutritional profile in terms of not only protein (amino acids) and digestible energy levels but also its mineral content and natural vitamin levels.

Horses are able to detect subtle differences in nutrient levels and will self-select those they feel offer benefit or simply those they prefer. Allowing them the freedom to self-select can greatly improve welfare standards by better supporting them mentally and nutritionally.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲'𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘁?

We simply suggest choosing different forage types for their pellet, chop and balancer.

A good example of this would be...
1. Sainfoin Pellets (sainfoin)
2. Perform & Shine (Cocksfoot & Timothy grasses with cold pressed linseed oil)
3. Simple Balance + (lucerne)

If you'd like to discuss your horse's individual needs, our Feed Line are happy to help. Call us on 01728 604 008 or complete our advice request form ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/askaquestion.asp

21/06/2025

High quality chopped forage with cold pressed linseed oil, meet the '& Shine' range...

💚 Perform & Shine | 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗲
Made from two grass types, Timothy and cocksfoot, for extra variety, plus linseed oil. This chop is often the first choice for fussier feeders and those with higher energy requirements, such as competition and performance horses.

🩷 Sainfoin & Shine | 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗲
A recent addition to the range due to customer demand. Made from sainfoin and linseed oil, this chop is ideal for adding forage variety to support gut microbes. It is also popular for fussy feeders and those with grass or lucerne / alfalfa allergies.

🩵 Build & Shine | 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲
Made from acid-buffering lucerne plus linseed oil, this chop is highly recommended for horses prone to ulcers. It gives a good chew to aid saliva production and is low in sugar and starch. Suitable for the majority of horses, and ideal as part of the Target Feed.

Learn more about our chopped forages, or shop online here ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/products/feeds/2/Chopped-Forages

𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘄? If so we suggest omitting chop from the diet, instead utilising soaked forages.

❤️ HayCare is an 'in-demand' choice, made from mature cut Timothy grass, so suitable for good doers and metabolic horses. It has nutrition levels likened to good quality, high fibre hay. Simply soak the pellets in approximately 2.5 times their volume of water, to form a crumb or mash.

𝗨𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲? Our Feed Line will be happy to help, call 01728 604 008 for advice.

20/06/2025

𝗪𝗜𝗡!!! Simple System Horse Feeds offer a range of six high-quality forage chops, and we’re giving you the opportunity to try two bags for free.

The entire range is free from cereals and their by-products including straw, molasses, soya, additives and preservatives.

Whether you’re looking for a more natural feed, a higher energy or lower calorie option, or have been tempted to try something for variety, here’s your chance.

𝗪𝗲’𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮 𝘁𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝟱𝟬 𝗯𝗮𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟱 𝗹𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀.

Entry is easy, just tell us about you and your horse by following this link ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/competitions/chop.asp

Wishing you the very best of luck 🍀

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 that we do not recommend chops or chaffs for elderly horses or those with poor dentition, instead we suggest utilising easier to manage soaked feeds or hay replacers, such as HayCare. A separate competition for such horses is scheduled to run later in the summer.

19/06/2025

We're delighted to confirm that we've been nominated for the 'Trade Supplier of the Year' award at the BETA's 2025!

Our sincere thanks goes to our wholesale, trade and retail partners who have taken the time to nominate us for this highly regarded industry award. We are incredibly grateful.

If you're a Simple System stockist, and you'd like to add your nomination, you can do so here ⤵
https://forms.gle/1BDGntNHUchKyiUL6

Nominations take just a few moments, and they really do mean the world to our team. The deadline for nominations is 30th June.

Thank you 🙏🌱

' British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) Citation Ltd

17/06/2025

𝟱 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗺 - a balancing feed specifically designed for those challenged by weight or metabolic issues.

✅ Suitable for those prone to laminitis
✅ Ideal for those with fat pads or crests
✅ Optimises blood sugar levels & aids insulin effectiveness
✅ Created with a leading equine vet
✅ Contains only natural, functional ingredients

To learn more about MetaSlim, to shop online for FREE direct delivery, or to find your local stockist, visit ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/feed/17/MetaSlim

16/06/2025

𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲'𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗼𝗽-𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀. Simple System Salt Lick Tubs are an easy way to allow free access to salt (sodium). They come in a re-usable flexi-tub and are ideal for placing in the stable or out in the field. They last well outdoors, and yet are soft enough to allow horses to take an ample top-up by licking and gnawing.

When competing or staying away transporting a 10kg tub may not be too practical, instead pack Summer Salt into the lorry. This comes with a handy measure and can be added to feed or water. Remember to always offer plain water alongside.

To shop for Salt Lick Tubs, Summer Salt, or to find your closest stockist, visit
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/products/feeds/4/Other-Products

15/06/2025

𝗥𝗮𝗴𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁 | 𝗔 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁

The dreaded ragwort is flowering now and is easy spot. It also won't be long before it starts to go to seed, so any not removed posthaste will spread through its wind-borne seeds.

The safest way to remove it from horse pastures is to pull or dig it up, hopefully getting all the roots at the same time. Wear gloves and a face mask to protect yourself from the sap and pollen. Gather it into re-used feed bags and put the plants flowers down, roots up, to avoid inadvertently spreading seeds. Put pulled plants straight into the bags – don’t carry them around as this risks spreading seeds.

Once you have collected your ragwort, get rid of it. Take it to the local tip or burn it straight away, but don’t just leave it. It will continue to develop seeds even though you pulled it up and the seeds will spread far and wide on the breeze. Absolutely ensure that no animal can get near it, as once pulled up, it becomes palatable but no less poisonous. Ragwort poisoning builds up over the horse’s life, gradually destroying its liver.

13/06/2025

𝗛𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 - please feel welcome to share.

Higher temperatures can be problematic for some horses. Older horses, those that have underlying health conditions, heavier horses, and those who have held coats, can be particularly affected.

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲:
• Ensure the water supply is good, and fresh clean water is available at all times.
• If you soak hay, limit this to a maximum of one hour immediately before feeding. The longer it is wet, the more acid producing bacteria proliferate.
• Aid hydration with soaked pelleted forages. 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀, 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝘀, 𝗛𝗮𝘆𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 and 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 are all good, as is soaked 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗕𝗲𝗲𝘁. Soak times are typically less in very warm weather. Store soaked feeds in a cool, ventilated area.

• Horses lose moisture in hot weather even if you do not notice they are sweating. Salt is important for horses as their sweat is saltier than their blood. Provide a salt lick such as our 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝘂𝗯 or add 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘁 to the feed or water. Salted water is a great way to maintain electrolyte and fluid balance especially when horses are working but have plain water available alongside.
• Be aware that horses turned out with no shade, or prevented by a dominant horse from using it, those in horse boxes (travelling or stationary), those wearing rugs -including fly rugs, and hairier horses can all be affected by heat. Bigger and heavier horses are more likely to be affected than slimmer models, as it is harder for them to dissipate heat.
• Go easy when it is very hot. Ride early or late to avoid the heat and choose the shady side of the track.

𝗧𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲, 𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/news/788/Hot-weather-tips-for-horses

If you are concerned that your horse is overheating, be sure to contact your vet in the first instance.

For individual feeding advice, please contact our Feed Line on 01728 604 008.

12/06/2025

𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲? If so - please consider nominating us for the British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) Nutritional Helpline of the Year Award 2025.

Customers and stockists are able to nominate us by completing the online form: https://bit.ly/Nominate_us

Simple System are dedicated to bringing you the very best feed for your horses. We pride ourselves on dealing directly with our customers to advise not only on good feeding practices but also responsible management.

The deadline for nominations is fast approaching. You have until 23rd June.

We really appreciate every single nomination. Thank you!

11/06/2025

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗳𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗿𝘆 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝗿? Consider adding a low calorie chop to the feed bowl.

To keep calories low, 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 are made from only the high fibre stems of the lucerne plant. We sieve out the higher nutrition / higher calorie leaf material, leaving behind an ideal feed for the overweight horse.

Often fed alongside MetaSlim (our balancing feed for those challenged by weight or metabolic issues), Organic Lucie Stalks are ideal for bulking out the feed bowl, increasing chew time, and for helping horses feel fuller!

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗽 is also a low calorie option. Made from nothing but Timothy grass, which has been harvested at a mature stage for low sugar and starch. Timothy Chop is ideal for feeding alongside Simple Balance +, our pelleted forage balancer for promoting optimum health. It also pairs perfectly with MalleMash, for those with dry or itchy skin.

To discover which chop is best suited to your horse, contact the Feed Line on 01728 604 008. Alternatively, browse the range online ⤵️
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/products/feeds/2/Chopped-Forages

10/06/2025

𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗲? - We all know horses need forage, and we all know that they need fibre - but what are the differences between the two?

Fibre is the structural part that holds plants together – its skeleton, if you will. The older the plant, the stronger its fibre needs to be, but the stronger it is, and as result, for the animals that eat it or try to, the less goodness can be extracted from it. Fibre is broken down by gut microbes in the horse to free fatty acids which are assimilated along the same pathways as fats and oils, to provide slow-release energy.

Soluble fibre, from younger plants is easily fermented and yields the most goodness. Pectins and gums come into this category. As the fibre get stronger, it is broken down more slowly and yields less nutrition. Old fibre becomes lignified and yields very little. Straw and wood come into this category.

Fibre firstly supports gut microbes. They in turn support the horse with the products of their fermentation of the fibre. If the fibre is lignified and tough, not only is it of low nutritional value to the horse, but it is also of little value to the microbes. They will in effect be starved and will be unable to offer the support that the horse relies on from them, such as immunity and well-being, as well as nutrition.

Fibre can come from many sources, including waste or by-products from the human food industry, but that from forage is what we want for our horses. Ideally, horses will be on a 100% forage diet, which will be high in the right sort of fibre.

Forage is plant material, such as leaves, flowers and stems, that can be eaten by animals. It can be grazed or preserved by drying to make hay, fermented to make haylage and silage, or rapidly dried to make specific nutrient feeds that can be compressed as pellets or fed as chop. Forage is good for the horse's gut microbes, and is therefore good for the horse.

All of Simple System's feeds are forage based - only adding additional Vegan plant-based ingredients that are functional for the horse. They are free from; cereals and their by-products (including straw), pulses (including soya), molasses, additives and preservatives. Our range is also GM free.

To discuss your horse's diet, please contact our Feed Line nutrition team on 01728 604 008 or complete our online advice request form ⤵
https://www.simplesystemhorsefeeds.co.uk/askaquestion.asp

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Symonds Farm, Newmarket Road
Risby
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