Built on the knowledge that forage is the foundation of the equine diet, Standlee’s new Alfalfa Mini Line gives horse owners another convenient way to feed high-quality forage while fitting into the realities of modern horse ownership.
From the practice pen to the jackpot trail, performance horses rely on consistent nutrition to support energy, condition, and recovery. Between hauling, training, competition schedules, and long days at the arena, today’s horse owners need feeding solutions that are not only nutritionally reliable but practical for life on the road. The NEW Standlee Premium Western Forage® Alfalfa Mini Line was designed with that lifestyle in mind, delivering the trusted quality of premium sun-cured alfalfa in convenient mini formats that make feeding easier at home, in the barn, and at competitions.
For barrel horses in particular, maintaining digestive health and consistent intake can directly impact performance. Horses perform best when forage remains a steady part of the feeding program, but busy travel schedules, changing hay quality, and limited storage space can all create challenges. The Alfalfa Mini Line offers a practical solution that makes premium forage easier to measure, store, transport, and feed.
NEW Standlee Alfalfa Mini Pellets are made from premium sun-cured alfalfa and provide a rich source of protein and digestible energy to support performance horses and growing horses alike. The smaller pellet size offers a convenient feeding option while still supporting hindgut health and healthy digestion. For riders balancing training schedules, hauling, and long days at the arena, the ability to quickly scoop and accurately measure forage helps simplify feeding routines both at home and on the road.
NEW Standlee Alfalfa Mini Cubes deliver the same premium nutrition as the Standlee Alfalfa Cubes in a smaller format. Made from chopped, sun-cured alfalfa with a small amount of bentonite for binding, the cubes soften quickly when soaked and provide another versatile option for horses needing additional calories, protein, and quality forage support.
Maintaining ample hydration becomes a major focus during competition, especially through the summer months. Both Mini Cubes and Mini Pellets can be soaked quickly prior to feeding, making them an excellent option for horses that need additional water intake during travel, warm weather, or demanding performance schedules. Standlee recommends soaking the products using two parts water to one part forage until properly softened to horse and owner preference.
The nutritional profile of alfalfa continues to make it a popular choice among performance horse owners. Both products contain a minimum of 16% crude protein along with highly digestible fiber sources that support energy needs and overall condition. Alfalfa forage is commonly utilized for horses with elevated calorie demands, including horses in regular work, growing horses, and mares in late gestation or lactation.
Whether feeding before an early morning exhibition or mixing a soaked mash after a long haul home, Standlee’s Alfalfa Mini Line was designed to fit the demands of today’s performance horse lifestyle. With convenient sizing, easy storage, consistent nutrition, and the trusted quality Standlee is known for, these new mini forage options give barrel racers a practical way to keep premium alfalfa at the center of their feeding program. Because when performance matters, nutrition starts with a Forage Foundation™.
