It’s all about Horse & Pony health!
PREMIER PADDOCK MIXTURE
VERY FEW feed or seed companies now provide the expertise required to correctly formulate equine grass mixtures, or commonly know paddock grass seed. Often a mixture best suited to silage for cattle is supplied. While in reality what horse “folk” are looking for is a sward that is tidy, hard wearing and relatively easy to manage. What the horse is looking for is a short, dense sward that is palatable and will provide grazing for as many months of the years as possible.
i-Dealseed specially formulated HERBAL MIXTURE
This mixture has been designed to be added to long term pasture mixtures to provide minerals and trace elements. It may also be sown as herbal strip along a hedgerow.
Several species of plant are known for their ability to reduce worm (nematode) populations, these are known as ‘Natural Anthelmintic’. Introducing a natural anthelmintic into the diet, such as the species shown in this mixture, can significantly reduce worm populations, both in the field and in the digestive system, helping reduce vet bills and improve animal health “well worth the initial additional cost”.
Horse Paddock Care – Laminitis
Laminitis is one of the most common causes of lameness and disability of your best friend, Laminitis is a disease that affects the feet of hooved animals. It is characterized by inflammation of the digital laminae of the hoof. Severe cases with outwardly visibly clinical signs are known by the term founder.
Greed or over feeding
Theory states if a horse is given excess grass it may be unable to digest all, causing fermentation in the hind gut and killing beneficial bacteria. This can result in body- wide inflammation, particularly in the laminae of the feet, where swelling tissues have no place to expand without causing injury to other structures.
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Billy Nimmo
M.D – Idealseed
Experto crede
I’m Billy Nimmo, founder of Idealseed. For over 30 years, I have worked in the grass and wildflower seed industry in the UK. My journey started with a vision to make Idealseed a leader in quality and innovation. We achieved this goal through hard work and embracing new technology.
My company is independent and licensed by the Scottish Government and The British Society of Plant Breeders. This shows our commitment to high standards and fair prices. We blend tradition with innovation to produce top-quality seeds. Our seeds thrive in tough environments, proving our success.
I lead a team at Idealseed that shares my passion for excellence. With their support, we have become known across Europe as a leading provider of grass and wildflower seeds. We focus on quality first and are always looking for ways to improve. Our approach combines traditional methods with modern science.
Over these years, I’ve guided Idealseed with clear values: quality, innovation, and sustainability. Our work helps lands flourish across the UK. With every seed mix we create, we aim for excellence. This dedication has shaped our company’s journey from an ambitious idea to a trusted industry leader.
