What the hay: predicting equine voluntary forage intake using a meta-analysis approach

E.M. Leishman ^a, M. Sahar ^a, S. Cieslar ^b, P. Darani ^b, J.L. Ellis ^a

Animal, Volume 18, Issue 9, 101266

Highlights

Equine forage intake is difficult to measure and few predictive equations exist.
Predictive equations were developed using a meta-analysis approach.
Best equations included forage quality, animal size, and pasture consumption.
Animal size and forage quality have a significant impact on intake.
Equations can be applied by equine nutritionists and managers to predict intake.