The Prime Hay Gazette
Expert forage advice, practical feeding & stable tips and company news from the Prime Hay team, for healthier, happier horses.
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The Ancient, 2.5-Million-Hectare Secret Behind Your Horse's Pasture
New Prime Hay Pick-Up Point at Rui Barroso's Warehouse in Quinta da Marinha
How to Collect Your Horse: Strength, Balance and Nutrition
Now Available | One of the Algarve's Most Unique Equestrian Estates
Why Good Hay Is Harder to Find in Portugal and Spain This Autumn
A record hot summer means fewer local bales and more variation between them. Here's why, what it means for your horse, and how to plan your forage without stress.
The Ancient, 2.5-Million-Hectare Secret Behind Your Horse's Pasture
It's not neglect, it's an ancient farming system spanning 2.5 million hectares. Here's what montado and dehesa really mean for your horse's hay.
Feira Nacional do Cavalo 2026 in Golegã: A Practical Guide
Golegã's horse fair runs 6 to 15 November 2026. What to see, how to plan your visit, and how to keep your horse settled, fed and well bedded all week.
Your Horse Probably Has an Ulcer, and the Real Number Is Higher Than 60%
The 60% gastric ulcer statistic everywhere on social media is not wrong, it is outdated. Here is what the veterinary research, a Portuguese gastroscopy study on Lusitanos, and Prime Hay's own feeding guidance actually say.
The Glow Comes From the Gut, Not the Bottle
A shiny coat is not a grooming trick, it is a gut health report card, and in Portugal and Spain that report often comes back lower than owners expect. Here is what the science actually says.
How Much Hay Does Your Horse Actually Need?
Body weight is only the starting point. Dry matter, batch quality and waste all change what your horse actually gets from its daily ration. Here is how to work out how much.
New Prime Hay Pick-Up Point at Rui Barroso's Warehouse in Quinta da Marinha
Prime Hay now has a pick-up and delivery point at Rui Barroso's warehouse in Quinta da Marinha, with regular restocking and an expanding product range, bringing faster, more direct service to horse owners across Cascais, Sintra and the surrounding area.
How to Collect Your Horse: Strength, Balance and Nutrition
Collection is a shift of weight onto the hind legs, not a shape made with the hands. What your horse needs to carry itself, and what to feed it.
Now Available | One of the Algarve's Most Unique Equestrian Estates
Quinta do Tesouro, the 40,000 m² Golden Triangle estate where Prime Hay was born, is now available for private viewings.
Prime Hay Continues to Grow, Now Also Active in Cascais & Sintra
Prime Hay expands its premium forage delivery into the Cascais and Sintra region while keeping the same standards and personal service.
Prime Hay and Rolling Straw Join Forces to Elevate Hay Supply and Service
Prime Hay and Jorge Mendes (Rolling Straw) have officially joined forces to upgrade hay supply, logistics and delivery.
What Every Horse Owner Must Know About Forage Quality
Hay in Portugal differs from Northern Europe, and forage quality can decide whether your horse thrives or simply copes.
Extreme Rainfall in Portugal: Why Dry Zones Matter More Than Ever for Horse Health
With Portugal facing repeated heavy rainfall, providing dry recovery zones is preventive care for hooves, movement and airways.
How Vilamoura Is Becoming a Leading Equestrian Destination Worldwide
The renewed Vilamoura Equestrian Centre is drawing international riders to the Algarve, raising demand for premium forage.
Strong Muscles Start with Strong Nutrition
Building muscle in horses starts with high-quality hay as the foundation, then targeted supplements to amplify training results.
Feira Nacional do Cavalo 2025 in Golegã – Portugal's Equestrian Celebration
From 7 to 16 November 2025, Golegã hosts Portugal's iconic horse fair, and Prime Hay supplies visiting stables.
Strong Hooves, Healthy Horses: Nutrition Is the Foundation
Healthy hooves are built from the inside out, starting with clean, high-quality hay and, when needed, targeted biotin support.
About Prime Hay Portugal – The Right Forage for Every Horse
Prime Hay Portugal sources selected forage and offers tailored guidance to match the right hay to every type of horse.
Why Professionals Trust Prime Hay Portugal
Consistency, carefully selected hay and reliable supply are why Olympic riders, vets and nutritionists trust Prime Hay.
Sustainability at Prime Hay Portugal – Better Forage, Lower Impact
Prime Hay refines how forage is produced, stored and transported to keep it nutritionally optimal while lowering its footprint.
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