14/09/2025
The first year of a horse’s life is one of the most important for setting them up for long-term health and soundness. From foal to weanling to yearling, young horses can reach 90% of their adult size in just two years, making balanced nutrition absolutely vital.
✅ Before Weaning:
Foals begin nibbling on pasture, hay and even their dam’s hard feed from just a few weeks old. By three months, their nutritional needs outpace what milk alone can provide, meaning supplementary feeding becomes key.
✅ From Weanling to Yearling:
Once fully weaned, youngsters need a diet that supports steady, not rapid, growth to help minimise developmental issues. A 17% protein ration with the right balance of minerals and vitamins will keep bone and muscle development on track.
Barastoc Breed N Grow is specially formulated to support broodmares, breeding stallions, weanlings and yearlings. It’s the #1 feed for weanlings, giving young horses the best chance to grow into strong, healthy adults.