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Saracen & KER
Science-Led Nutrition, Trusted Worldwide
Saracen Horse Feeds and Kentucky Equine Research work in close partnership to combine the very latest nutritional research and development to ensure every feed formulation and nutrition supplement meets the requirement of the modern equine athlete at all stages of life, development, and activity. Kentucky Equine Research (KER) has one of the most prolific private equine research programmes in the world, doing their own research and collaborating with leading universities.
Kentucky Equine Research is known internationally as a World Leader in Equine Nutrition - by using science and technical knowledge, they have created the gold standard for innovation in equine nutrition and exercise physiology research. By working so closely with KER, we share their aims and objectives, and because of our close links, we can make these resources and innovative health supplements available in the UK.
KENTUCKY EQUINE RESEARCH
From its headquarters in Central Kentucky, KER conducts extensive research, and each research trial is designed to improve the health and wellbeing of horses by targeting specific problems and finding nutritional solutions.
KER maintains a herd of approximately 40 horses between its 150-acre research farm in Central Kentucky and their dedicated Thoroughbred training centre in Ocala, Florida.
These trained and experienced research animals are their most valuable employees, and are cared for by a large staff as they get involved in exercise studies and digestibility and palatability trials.
Advancing Equine Nutrition Through Global Partnership
Saracen is the exclusive Kentucky Equine Research Brand Partner in the UK, joining an international network of horse feed manufacturers devoted to the advancement of equine nutrition.
Kentucky Equine Research provides these manufacturers with a comprehensive consultation programme tailored to fit the manufacturer’s individual needs, and the scientific knowledge, technology and credibility necessary for them to produce competitive, cutting-edge feeds. Their nutritionists work with feed companies on six continents to formulate top-quality feeds that complement typical local forages.
In 2023, Kentucky Equine Research celebrated 35 years of equine research.
In 2026, Saracen Horse Feeds and Kentucky Equine Research will celebrate the 25-year Anniversary of our exclusive partnership.
