Seven myths – Horse feeding

1 – “Concentrated feed is the basis of equine nutrition, hay is secondary.” Forage (pasture, hay) should make up 60 to 100 % of the horse’s diet. Concentrated feed should only be fed to horses in work and/or competition, to mares in...

Twelve foods not to be fed to horses

It is perfectly natural that we want to reward our horses with “treats” when we feel they deserve it, and there is no problem or risk associated with doing so. However, to be perfectly “safe”, we must be aware of what we can and cannot do.

Covid-19 – Intacol preventive measures

Intacol – Indústria Agro-Alimentares, within the scope of the Covid-19 infection, has defined a set of preventive measures that aim to protect the health and well-being of its employees, customers and the community in general, thus ensuring the normal functioning of...

Covid-19 – Will it affect equestrian sport?

Will COVID-19 affect equestrian sport? Yes, it will. We have already seen the cancellation of several sporting competitions in the different equestrian disciplines by the FEI in an attempt to prevent the continued spread of the virus. The...