Slow Feeding Net: Reduce Trampled Hay on the Pasture
Protect your roughage from waste. Discover durable slow feeding nets for round and square bales for better cost and eating time control.
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Slow feeding net model 1 Subscription
Model: model 1
- noticeable food savings
- animals eat more slowly and thoroughly
- appropriate feed intake
Sale price: €70.87 Regular price: €79.99 (11.4% saved)
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Round Slow Feeding Net, DM2.5m MW 4.5 Subscription
reduced dust formation appropriate feeding little food is wasted
Sale price: €69.27 Regular price: €69.99 (1.03% saved)
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Round Slow Feeding Net, DM3.5m MW 4.5 Subscription
reduced dust formation appropriate feeding little food is wasted
Sale price: €79.31 Regular price: €79.99 (0.85% saved)
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Slow Feeding Net 3.60 x 2.40 m meshsize 3 cm Subscription
reduced dust formation appropriate feeding little food is wasted
Sale price: €100.16 Regular price: €105.00 (4.61% saved)
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Frame for slow feeding net Subscription
- galvanized frame 1,83 x 1,83 m
- high quality
- for easy attachment of the Futtersparnetz
Sale price: €52.79 Regular price: €59.99 (12% saved)
Slow Feeding Nets: Reduce Hay Waste on the Pasture Safely
Feeding whole round or square bales in a pasture feeder is convenient, but it can lead to hay waste. Many horses pull clumps of hay out of the feeder, drop them on the ground, and trample the roughage in the mud. A durable slow feeding net helps to minimize this waste. As a large-scale net, it is stretched and fixed over the hay bale like a hood. The horses can only pluck the hay through the narrow meshes in well-dosed portions. This reduces feed loss, protects the roughage from blowing away, and extends the herd's eating time in a healthy way.
Balanced Feeding for the Herd
In group housing, unrest can arise at the feeding place if hay is available in unlimited, loose quantities. A slow feeding net reduces the eating speed of all horses to a natural level. Since pulling out the hay requires a little patience, the animals chew more calmly. Lower-ranking horses also get the chance to continuously take in roughage, which supports digestion and prevents long breaks between meals.
Durable Materials for Large Bales
Since several horses use the net daily, good material quality is important. Our slow feeding nets are made of high-strength, knotless polypropylene. They offer good tear and abrasion resistance, are gentle on the horse's mouth, and are well suited for year-round outdoor use due to their UV and weather resistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is a slow feeding net attached to the bale?
The net is placed over the round or square bale, pulled downwards, and securely lashed at the base of the bale or directly to the frame of the hay rack with a suitable drawstring. It should fit snugly so that no gaps form where a horse could get caught.
Which mesh size makes sense for a herd?
For most horse groups, a mesh size of 4.5 to 5 cm has proven effective. It reduces the eating speed sufficiently without frustrating impatient animals. For easy keepers, tighter nets with a 3 cm mesh size are a good choice.
Can a slow feeding net be used without a hay rack?
We do not recommend this. If a netted bale lies freely on the ground, there is a risk that horses could get their hooves caught in the net – especially if they wear horseshoes or as the bale collapses over time.
Efficient Hay Savings with Fine-Meshed Bale Nets
Hay is a valuable resource that shouldn't end up unused in the mud. With a slow feeding net specifically developed for large bales, you optimize feed management in your open stable or pasture. The net acts as a feeding brake, ensuring that your horses chew their roughage slowly, thoroughly, and without unnecessary loss.
In our range, you will find slow feeding nets in various sizes for round and square bales. Made of tooth-friendly, knotless, and weather-resistant material, they withstand daily use. Combine the net with your pasture feeder and noticeably reduce your feed costs.