Hay flakes
NordicGrass® Hay Flakes are a high-quality forage product, crafted from carefully
processed, flaked hay pellets. Sourced from carefully selected Nordic regions, this hay is known for its dense nutrient profile, enriched by the long summer daylight hours that promote rich growth and increased fiber content. These hay flakes retain essential vitamins, minerals, and amino acids to support overall equine health, while their structured flake format encourages natural chewing and saliva production, which aid in effective digestion and reduce the risk of gastrointestinal issues like colic. With lower dust content compared to traditional loose hay, Nordic Grass Hay Flakes are especially beneficial for horses with respiratory sensitivities. The compressed, easy-to-handle flakes simplify feeding and storage, ensuring portion control, reducing waste, and keeping feeding areas cleaner. Perfect for daily feeding or travel, these flakes provide the full benefits of Nordic grasslands in a practical, nutritious format that aligns with the natural diet and health needs of horses and other herbivores.
Hay flakes are a great raw material for horse feed like muesli’s and similar.
‘The full benefits of Nordic grasslands in a practical, nutritious format that aligns
with the natural diet and health’
COMPOSITION
100% sun dried hay from Nordic Grasslands.
ANALYSIS
- Dry matter - 89,6%
- Crude protein - 12,9%
- Crude fiber - 27,7%
- Sugar - 3,9%
- Fruktan - 6,8%
- Crude fat - 2,1%
- Crude ash - 7,4%
- Sand < 1,0%
- ME-Horse - 7,7 MJ/kg
- verd. Energy (Horses) - 9,3 MJ/kg
- pcv XP (praec.verd. Raw prot.) - 7,5 %
- verd. Protein (Horses) - 7,3 %
- NFC (Non-Fiber-Carbohydrates) - 24,1 %
- Hemicellulose - 21,4 %
- Part of Hemicellulose from total fiber - 39,9 %
- Phosphorous (P) – 1.4g/kg
- Calcium (Ca) – 6.7g/kg
- Potassium (K) – 9.9g/kg
- Magnesium (Mg) – 2.0g/kg
- Sodium (Na) < 0.2g/kg
- Sulfur (S) – 1.1g/kg
- Copper (Cu) - 4mg/kg
- Zink (Zn) - 13mg/kg
- Mangan (Mn) - 65mg/kg
- Iron (Fe) - 206mg/kg
APPLICATION
- Base Diet: Start with a foundation of high-quality forage, such as grass hay flakes, offered at a minimum of 1.5% to 2% of your horse's body weight daily. This ensures essential fiber intake and promotes natural foraging behavior. We also recommend to soak hay flakes in the water before feeding in ratio 1kg of the product to 1-2 liters of water and to find the best way of product preparation for your animals.
- Supplementation with Flakes: Supplement the forage with our premium hay flakes. Feed 0.5% to 1% of your horse's body weight daily, divided into multiple meals throughout the day for optimal digestion and nutrient absorption.
- Adjust for Activity Level: Adjust the portion of hay flakes based on your horse's activity level, body condition, and specific nutritional needs. Horses in moderate to heavy work may require a higher proportion of flakes for additional energy and nutrition.
- Provide Fresh Water: Ensure access to clean, fresh water at all times to support digestion, hydration, and overall well-being.
- Consult with a Nutritionist or Veterinarian: For tailored feeding recommendations suited to your horse's unique needs, consult with a qualified equine nutritionist or veterinarian.
Store hay flakes in a cool, dry, and dark place, protected from sunlight, to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage. Follow any recommended storage guidelines provided by the manufacturer.
BENEFITS OF NATURAL GRASSLAND HAY FLAKES
Being dust free and easy to use product, hay flakes are fast becoming one of the most favourite and valuable feeding materials within farming professionals and amateurs across all Europe.
Giving NordicGrass® hay flakes to your animals, you provide them with all the benefits of plant biodiversity of natural Nordic grasslands.
100% natural meadow hay – without any additives.
Includes up to 40 different herbs and grasses.
The most universal feeding on the market and suitable as basic feed, concentrated feed replacement or as a supplement to the grain ration.
Dust extracted – suitable for animals with respiratory tract problems caused by dust and mildew in the basic feed.
Ideal as a basic feed for an old horses or even when teeth are missing.
Natural source of vitamins and trace minerals – healthier coat, skin and hooves.
High in raw fibre – helps to maintain healthy intestinal flora to ensure the optimal horse nutrition.
Effortless – easy to store and handle.
Excellent as a forage during competitions or when traveling longer distances due to its compressed form and package convenience.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
PACKAGING OPTIONS
We offer wide range of packaging options into our branded bags as well as the facility to label our products with your brand name and customized design or just pack it into blank bags. Different sizes of packaging are available for your convenience and are listed in a table below.
Bags are stacked on pallets and wrapped with stretch folio. The size of one-way pallets depends on customers request or on bag size. Big-bags also can be loaded into the truck with pallet below for easier unloading or handling in the storage.
All stacked pallets with small bags can be supplied with rain cover on top to make it possible to store outside (not included in the standard packaging ).
SEPARATE COMPONENT BENEFITS
HAY
- Hay serves as a foundational component of the equine diet, offering a balanced blend of nutrients essential for supporting overall health, performance, and well-being in horses.
- Hay contains essential nutrients such as protein, vitamins (e.g., vitamin A, vitamin E), and minerals (e.g., calcium, phosphorus), which are vital for various physiological functions, including muscle development, immune system function, and bone health.
- Rich in dietary fiber, primarily in the form of cellulose and hemicellulose, which are crucial for maintaining digestive health and proper bowel function in horses.
- The carbohydrates in hay, mainly in the form of structural polysaccharides, serve as a valuable energy source for horses, supporting their metabolic needs and physical activities.
- The roughage provided by hay promotes healthy microbial fermentation in the horse's hindgut, aiding in the digestion and utilization of nutrients while reducing the risk of digestive disorders like colic and gastric ulcers.
- Hay can be effectively utilized in feeding programs to help manage a horse's weight, providing bulk and satiety without excessive calorie intake, which is beneficial for maintaining a healthy body condition score.
