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  Discussion on Forage - corn stalks -sugar content
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suse

Posted on Tuesday, Sep 2, 2008 - 10:37 pm:

Hi Dr. O.

I am trying to find information regarding the sugar content in corn stalks. The owner of the barn where I board my horse gives the herd the cut stalks - puts them in the paddock for them to feed on. Our horse needs to have a sugar-free diet. Are the cornstalks relatively safe for him?

Thanks.

Sue.
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DrO

Posted on Wednesday, Sep 3, 2008 - 6:55 am:

Corn stalks would be low in non-structural carbohydrates Susan and this is a pretty common practice with horses. I have not heard of any problems from the practice.
DrO
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