Nutrient Requirements of Horses, 6th Revised Edition

Nutrient Requirements of Horses, 6th Revised Edition

Author/Editor: Committee on Nutrient Requirements of Horses, National Research Council

Publication Year: 2007

Overview

Nutrient Requirements of Horses, 6th Revised Edition serves as the definitive global benchmark for equine nutrition, providing scientifically rigorous standards for feeding horses across all life stages and workloads. Developed by the prestigious National Research Council committee, this comprehensive sixth edition synthesizes decades of metabolic research into practical guidelines for optimal health and performance. It is an indispensable reference manual for equine nutritionists, veterinarians, researchers, and professional breeders.

Key Topics Covered
Energy & Nutrient Guidelines: Detailed specifications for digestible energy, protein, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins required for optimal equine health.
Life Stage & Physiological Variations: Customized nutritional models tailored for growth, pregnancy, lactation, maintenance, and senior horses.
Athletic Performance & Workload: Precise dietary adjustments designed to support varying levels of equine athletic conditioning and competitive output.
Feed Composition & Evaluation: Comprehensive data tables and analytical frameworks for assessing feedstuffs, forage quality, and diet formulations.