Nutrition Notes
Written by our Ph.D. nutritionists and other animal nutrition staff professionals from the KNG Nutrition Department, these articles address timely nutrition and management topics or issues making news in the industry.
Golden Advice for Feeding Horses in Their Golden Years
Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine and equine nutrition, horses are living longer than ever. While that’s great news for horses and their owners, it often comes with nutritional considerations that can change over time. Depending on a variety of factors, senior horses may require dietary changes to ensure they
Applying equine nutrition in clinical settings with Abby Geick, DVM
From colic-prone to competitive horses, there’s one feed form this veterinarian says keeps popping up again and again. Abby Geick is an equine veterinarian who knows firsthand the powerful impact nutrition can have on a horse’s well-being. When her 23-year-old horse, Mackay, lost weight, she took a closer look at
From Horse Person to Trusted Expert in Equine Nutrition
Kristyn Sturken Equine Product Manager Sturken joined Kent Nutrition Group in 1995 and currently works in the marketing and product department with a major focus on her passion, equine products. How Sentinel Product Manager Kristyn Sturken turned a love of competitive riding into helping horses live healthier lives. Kristyn Sturken
Getting Inside One of the Most Unique Minds in Equine Nutrition
Jeanne van der Veen Equine and Specialty Nutritionist Van der Veen joined Kent Nutrition Group in 1988 and currently serves as the Equine and Specialty Nutritionist. How Sentinel Equine and Specialty Nutritionist Jeanne van der Veen combined a love of math, science and animals to create a healthier horse feed.
Investigating the Foundation of Equine Health with Dr. Randy Raub
Dr. Randy Raub Director of Research and Nutrition Dr. Raub started with Kent Nutrition Group in 2020 as Director, Research and Nutrition and leads the nutrition team, including the Kent Research Farm. From Hollywood horses to the animal feed industry, Sentinel’s director of research and nutrition reflects on his journey
Egg Yolk Color in Home Fresh® and Poultry Layer Feed Vs. Five Competitive Layer Feeds
Home Fresh Extra Egg now has an orange-yellow yolk color based on the testing conducted at the Kent Research Farm.
Phytase Supplementation in Home Fresh® Poultry
Reducing the phosphorus guarantees on all poultry diets through using a higher level of added phytase saves diet costs, contributes to environmental sustainability and maintains our reputation for high performing poultry products.
Is Feed Low in Starch and Sugar Right for All Horses?
Having shared the 101 of low starch, low sugar feeds, Jeanne van der Veen, equine nutritionist for Sentinel Horse Feeds and Kristyn Sturken, equine product manager for Sentinel Horse Feeds, are sharing what horses can actually benefit from this type of nutrition plan. Q: What types of horses can benefit
The What, Who, Why and When
The What, Who, Why and When of feeding Lower Starch, Lower Sugar, Lower Non-Structural Carbohydrates (NSC) feed to your horse. We sat down with Jeanne van der Veen, equine nutritionist for Sentinel Horse Feeds and Kristyn Sturken, equine product manager for Sentinel Horse Feeds to get the scoop on low
Horse feed forms and benefits
Horse Feed Forms and Benefits When going to the local feed store or researching what kind of nutrition you should be feeding your horse, it is evident that there are many options out there. In addition to your horse’s life stage and activity requirements, new product offerings can be a
The benefits of extruded feeds for horses
Benefits of Extruded Feeds for Horses There are many specialized and newly developed feeds and concentrates available for your horse, thanks to extensive research and testing done in the equine nutrition industry. Have you ever wondered why certain feeds look a certain way? Why nutritionists choose certain ingredients over others?
Feeding Fundamentals
Equine Feeding Fundamentals When sitting down to discuss equine nutrition with Dr. Randy Raub, PhD, it’s clear he knows the practical side of feeding horses. In many barns, feeding programs depend on horse numbers, lifestage, and workload, which can vary greatly. According to Randy, the foundation of a quality equine