Hay Types Feed & Supplements
5 feed & supplements from Hay Types.
Timothy Hay
Hay
Timothy is the gold standard hay for most adult horses. It has a good balance of fiber and moderate protein, and horses eat it readily. First cutting tends to be stemmy and lower in protein, while second cutting is leafier and richer. Finding consistent, clean timothy can be a challenge depending on where you are, but it is worth the effort for horses that need a straightforward, safe forage.
$8 - $18 per bale (varies by region)
Alfalfa Hay
Hay
Alfalfa is a legume hay with significantly higher protein and calcium than grass hays. It is valuable for growing horses, lactating mares, and hard-working athletes that need extra calories and protein. But it is too rich for many adult horses at maintenance, and the high calcium can be an issue for horses prone to enteroliths. Use it as a supplement to grass hay rather than the sole forage for most horses.
$12 - $25 per bale (varies by region)
Orchard Grass Hay
Hay
Orchard grass is softer and leafier than timothy, and a lot of horses prefer it. The nutritional profile is similar to timothy but it tends to be a bit higher in calories. It grows well in the transition zone where timothy struggles, making it more available in the mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Good for mixing with timothy or feeding on its own.
$8 - $16 per bale (varies by region)
Coastal Bermuda Hay
Hay
Coastal bermuda is the primary hay in the Southeast US where cool-season grasses do not grow well. It is a warm-season grass with moderate protein and high fiber. The key concern is harvest quality: bermuda cut too mature can cause impaction colic due to its fine, wiry stems. Buy from a reputable grower who cuts it on time and you will be fine.
$6 - $12 per bale
Teff Grass Hay
Hay
Teff grass is a warm-season annual that produces a low-sugar, low-starch hay. It has become popular for metabolic horses, laminitis-prone horses, and any situation where NSC content is a concern. The hay is fine-stemmed and palatable, and most horses eat it without complaint. Availability is growing as more growers plant it, but it is still harder to find than timothy or orchard grass.
$10 - $20 per bale