The psychological and physical benefits of grazing for horses are immense. Horse owners overseas envy Australia because we can usually graze horses on pasture year round.
Pasture made up of a range of different species, of both grass, legumes and other plants, is an excellent feed for horses as it is cheap, convenient and provides a balanced and nutritious diet.
While horses are essentially grass eaters, they will browse on other plants if they are available, some of which we designate as weeds. These provide not just additional nutrients, but variation in taste. Horses, like humans, can become bored with the same food and welcome the occasional tasty garnish!