There is a new bagged feed available in Australia called T&R Lupin Fibre Hulls.
The company is saying they are better than Speedibeet for horses with laminitis as they are lower in Iron, higher in fibre and less expensive.
I think it is perhaps borderline for a horse with laminitis as it is still high protein at 15.4% and Fat is at 3%?
Could somebody please give me their thoughts on this feed?
Thank you :-)
NEW Lupin Fibre Cubes | Low Sugar & Starch Horse Feed | Super Fibres (thompsonandredwood.com.au)
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Tori

 

December, 2016

Adelaide Australia

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Hi Tori
Thanks for the heads up on this feed. Not sure if we’ll get it in the eastern states but I’d certainly be interested in trying it.

The protein is a bit high, but at 15% compared to, say Maxisoy at 14%, it’s not too bad especially if you are dealing with a low-protein hay. Slightly less fat than Maxisoy and better major mineral balance than either beet pulp or soyhulls. Also lower iron—much lower than speedibeet or Micrbeet. However, if I had a horse with active laminitis, I agree that it would probably be safer to stick to RSR beet pulp.
It could be a useful feed to have in the tool box though, for non-super sensitive or working individuals.  

Also, given current supply issues with beet pulp and soyhull pellets (our stores have been running out lately), having a high-fibre, low sugar/starch feed made locally from local ingredients may be a godsend for many owners. 

 

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Maxine and Indy (PPID) and Dangles (PPID)

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This is going to be a good choice for most PPID/EMS horses and very similar to Maxisoy. I wish we had more options like those here!
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Eleanor in PA

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