Silvermoor, which is based at Silvermoor Farm in Denwick near Alnwick, produces haylage made from rye grass mixes using specialist processes that have been developed over the past decade. In developing its products, Silvermoor has used experts such as Peter Schofield of ‘Oliver Seeds’ for growing advice and Lesley Barwise-Munroe for feeding expertise.

Ralph Thompson, Managing Director of Silvermoor Haylage, said: “We’ve been experiencing an increase in demand from retailers as we enter the predicted poor winter weather. Horse owners naturally want to keep their horses healthy during a colder winter.

“We have different varieties of haylage which will provide suitable levels of digestible fibre, energy and protein for every type of horse. Haylage has also been proven to be much better for horses as a forage material compared to hay, as it’s been shown to prevent or improve respiratory conditions; a fact that is particularly relevant as we enter a cold snap.”

He added: “Our haylage is made specifically for horses, and is produced from specially grown and managed grasses. They have consistent feed values which include low protein, low sugar and high fibre.”

Silvermoor Haylage comes in four specialised varieties – Silvermoor Active, Silvermoor Recreation, Silvermoor Timothy, Silvermoor  Lite and a fifth which is due to be launched in the new year.

 Pictured: Ralph Thompson, Managing Director of Silvermoor Haylage with horses and haylage product.