Title: (Optional) Explain the nutrient requirements of horses
Course: Livestock Production Management (18301-II) > Section: Exploring Equine Production

Explanation should include

- necessary nutrients (i.e., proteins, water, vitamins, minerals, fats, carbohydrates)
- types of feed, such as forages, grain, and pellets
- conversion of feed to energy
- illnesses related to diet.

Teacher Resources:

- Hippology CDE, Virginia FFA
- The Horse, Oklahoma State University

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some common illnesses caused by nutrient deficiencies?
- How is diet related to colic and founder?
- How are nutrient requirements for an active, competitive horse different from that of a pet?