Straw is just the stem of the cereal, while hay is the entire plant. This difference makes hay more nutritious than straw. Straw is less digestible, so it can hinder the horse's normal digestive flow, leading to a loss of well-being and performance. It is therefore necessary to provide quality hay in sufficient quantity, which should form the basis of the horse's diet.
Is hay better or worse than straw, and why?
by trace-admin | Nov 2, 2021