Blue Ribbon: All-Grain Sweet Feed for Mature & Working Horses
Blue Ribbon is a textured, all-grain sweet feed designed to meet the nutritional needs of mature horses and horses in work that benefit from a balanced, traditional grain-based ration.
This feed is a solid choice for:
- Pleasure horses needing steady energy
- Mature horses in light to moderate work
- Programs that prefer traditional sweet mash feeds
- Horses that flourish on grain-based calories
Common Problems Blue Ribbon Helps Solve
Horses and owners often choose Blue Ribbon when they want to address:
- Energy that supports daily work and turnout
- A grain-based diet that matches traditional feeding programs
- Nutrient balance for mature horses that need calories without overcomplication
- A feed with added fat and vitamins to round out hay-only rations
Blue Ribbon delivers these benefits with a simple, familiar profile that many horses accept readily.
Why Blue Ribbon Works
Blue Ribbon is a fully fortified all-grain sweet feed with:
- Oats and corn for traditional grain-based energy
- Added fat to support condition and stamina
- Organic selenium and natural Vitamin E for antioxidant and immune support
This blend helps maintain energy levels during daily use while providing balanced protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Blue Ribbon is straightforward and reliable, making it a good match for many horses that thrive on grain feeds and do not require specialty low-starch or high-fat profiles.
How Blue Ribbon Compares to Our Other Feeds
| Feed | Best For | Primary Energy Source | Notes |
| Blue Ribbon | Mature/light work | Oats + corn (grain-based) | Traditional sweet feed |
| Sleek | Maintenance/ performance | Fiber + high fat | Low starch, long-term energy |
| Signature Prime | Easy keepers & seniors | Fiber + fat (no corn) | Gentle, condition support |
| Cool Stride | Gut & metabolic sensitivity | Low starch textured | Lower starch for sensitive horses |
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Guaranteed Analysis
Blue Ribbon’s guaranteed analysis includes:
- Crude Protein, Min 12%
- Lysine, Min 0.65%
- Methionine, Min 0.23%
- Crude Fat, Min 6%
- Crude Fiber, Max 9%
- ADF, Max 13%
- NDF, Max 24%
- Calcium 0.65–0.85%
- Phosphorus, Min 0.50%
- Trace minerals and vitamins as formulated on the tag
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Ingredients
Oats, Corn, Cane Molasses, Soybean Meal, Wheat Middlings, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Soybean Hulls, Soybean Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Mono-Dicalcium Phosphate, Monosodium Phosphate, L-Lysine, Lignin Sulfonate, Salt, Yeast Culture, d-Alpha Tocopherol (Natural Vitamin E), Zinc Proteinate, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Manganese Proteinate, DL-Methionine, Selenium Yeast, Choline Chloride, Copper Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin K Supplement, Biotin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Cobalt Sulfate.
Feeding Directions
Feed Blue Ribbon based on your horse’s workload, using good-quality hay at 1.5–2% of body weight, free-choice salt, and clean water:
|
Activity |
Pounds per Day |
|
Maintenance |
4–5 |
|
Light Exercise |
5–7 |
|
Moderate Exercise |
6–8 |
|
Heavy Exercise |
8–10 |
Follow these guidelines:
- Make feed changes gradually over 10–14 days
- Do not feed more than 5 lbs per 1,000 lbs body weight per meal
- If your horse has teeth issues, difficulty chewing, or is new to pellets, consider soaking the feed
- Store in a cool, dry place away from insects; do not feed moldy or insect-infested feed
Warning:
Do not feed to sheep; this feed contains added copper that may be toxic to sheep.
Where to Buy Blue Ribbon
Banks Mill Feeds are sold:
- At the mill in Aiken, South Carolina
- Through select retail dealers across the Southeast
Still Deciding?
If your goal is lower-starch energy or metabolic support, consider other options like Cool Stride instead of Blue Ribbon.
If you’re comparing grain-based energy versus fiber/fat-focused feeds (or metabolic options), starting with guidance can prevent confusion and mismatches.