Identify the basic nutritional requirements of a horse.

Identification should include

• essential nutrients
  • carbohydrates
  • protein
  • fat
  • vitamins
  • minerals
  • water
• foraging requirements (i.e., types and amounts)
• supplemental feeds (e.g., concentrates, supplements, succulents)
• trickle feeders. 

Process/Skill Questions:

• How does one determine the nutritional needs of a horse?
• How does one identify if the horse’s nutritional needs are being met when looking at a feed tag?
• How does one select the appropriate supplemental feeds for a horse?
• How does horse nutrition differ from other livestock species?