Autumn marks a season of adjustment, for both horse and rider. As the long, warm days give way to cooler mornings and earlier nights, many horses see changes in their workload, turnout routine, and dietary needs.

Whether your horse is winding down from a busy summer or preparing for a winter of training, this seasonal shift brings unique nutritional challenges. Supporting condition, coat, gut health, and mobility with the right feed is key to ensuring your horse stays healthy and comfortable as the weather turns.

That’s where Turmash, a high-fibre, low-starch conditioning mash, can make all the difference.

1 Maintaining condition as the weather cools

Autumn often brings richer grazing to an end, meaning your horse may need extra calories to maintain weight and topline.

A body condition score check is the perfect way to assess whether adjustments to their diet are needed.

Turmash is an excellent option for horses that require additional energy for condition or muscle development. Formulated with digestible fibre and oil, it provides slow-release calories without relying on starch, helping your horse maintain condition without the risk of fizzy behaviour.

This makes it ideal for horses adjusting to new workloads or changes in routine during the cooler months.

2 Coat care for the seasonal shift

As summer coats fade and thicker winter coats begin to grow, nutrition plays a vital role in ensuring a healthy, glossy appearance.

Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly from linseed, are essential to support skin and coat health through this transition.

Rich in linseed, Turmash naturally boosts coat shine while providing the steady energy needed to sustain condition and muscle tone.

With its high oil content, it helps horses keep that “show-ready” look, even as the seasons change.

“Turmash is a staple in our yard,” says Shirley Hurst, owner and breeder of the RDS Supreme Hunter Champion 2024, Tattygare Me Me Me.

“It keeps our horses in top condition with a natural shine to their coats, and its low-starch formula ensures they stay calm and focused, no matter the setting.”

3 Gut health through routine changes

Autumn often means adjustments in turnout as grazing reduces, which can put extra stress on your horse’s digestive system.

Maintaining gut health is crucial to avoid problems such as gastric ulcers or colic.

Turmash provides 20% fibre from highly digestible sources, including sugar beet, to support gut function.

It also includes prebiotics and probiotics, helping to stabilise the digestive system during seasonal transitions and ensuring your horse absorbs the maximum nutrition from their feed.

4 Joint support for comfort and mobility

Cooler weather can sometimes highlight stiffness in older horses or those in consistent work. As training and exercise plans adapt for autumn and winter, joint care becomes an important consideration.

Turmash contains turmeric, renowned for its natural anti-inflammatory properties. With 25g of turmeric per 2kg of feed, it provides additional joint support for horses needing help with mobility, whether they are veterans, competition horses, or simply adjusting to seasonal changes.

Why Turmash is the perfect autumn feed

From supporting condition and digestion to enhancing coat health and aiding joint comfort, Turmash is a versatile feed designed to help horses thrive as the seasons shift.

Its unique blend of fibre, omega-3-rich linseed, turmeric, and essential vitamins and minerals makes it the ideal choice for Autumn nutrition.

Set your horse up for success this autumn

As routines and weather patterns change, your horse’s nutrition should adapt too.

With Turmash, you can provide everything they need for condition, coat shine, digestive health, and comfort, helping them stay strong and healthy as they transition into winter.

Find Turmash at Bluegrass stockists nationwide or contact our team to discover how it can support your horse this autumn.