Beyond the Barn

Standlee Premium Western Forage

From our fields to your feeder, we discuss all things hay and livestock nutrition related. We feature industry recognized experts to answer common nutrition myths, how our hay comes to be consistent, quality feed for your animals, and everything in between. Horse enthusiast or goat wrangler, elite show competitor or backyard livestock homesteader, we’ve got you covered. Journey with us, beyond the barn! New episodes every other Tuesday (biweekly).

  1. Ep. 116: 3 Horse Feeding Mistakes That Increase Colic Risk (and How to Fix Them)

    1d ago

    Ep. 116: 3 Horse Feeding Mistakes That Increase Colic Risk (and How to Fix Them)

    Colic is one of the most common reasons for emergency veterinary calls for horses and many risk factors are tied to everyday feeding and management decisions. On this episode of the Feeding Fumbles & Fixes series of Beyond the Barn, host Katy Starr and Dr. Kelly Vineyard, PhD equine nutritionist, discuss common feeding mistakes and management practices that can increase your horse’s risk of colic, including: The commonly overlooked daily factor that can disrupt normal gut function faster than expected The forage quality issue that could be working against your horse’s digestive health How even minor changes in your feeding routine can create major ripple effects in your horse’s hindgut It is always better to prevent potential issues than deal with the consequences later. Building a strong feeding foundation is key to supporting your horse’s long-term digestive health, so you can feel confident you’re giving them the best care possible! 🎧 Listen now on the Beyond the Barn podcast Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com _______________________________ Check out our other Beyond the Barn episodes on colic and digestive health – Ep. 110: When to Call the Vet – What Horse Owners Need to Know About Equine Emergencies with Dr. Erica Lacher Ep. 090: Prevent Digestive Trouble - Why Consistency in Feeding Horses Matters Ep. 080: Why Every Horse Owner Needs an Emergency Disaster Plan: Expert Tips with Dr. Briana Hamamoto Ep. 074: How to Prevent Gastric Issues by Supporting the Horse's Gut Microbiome Ep. 015: How Proper Nutrition Management Can Decrease Your Horse’s Risk of Colic _______________________________ *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* _______________________________   Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________ Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from our PhD equine nutritionists at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

    18 min
  2. Ep. 115: What Horse Owners Should Know About “Research-Backed” Products

    May 19

    Ep. 115: What Horse Owners Should Know About “Research-Backed” Products

    What does “research -backed” actually mean in the horse industry and how much of what we hear is really science versus really good marketing? On this episode of Beyond the Barn, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Brian Nielsen, professor of equine exercise physiology at Michigan State University, and Dr. Kelly Vineyard, PhD equine nutritionist to discuss scientific literacy and how to tell if something is truly backed by good research or when it just sounds convincing, including: Why some of the most believable horse product claims may not actually prove anything Red flags that make researchers immediately skeptical What horse owners should look for before spending money on feed products or supplements Plus, Dr. Nielsen shares hilarious stories from the racehorse world, the truth about placebo affects in horses and humans, and one “treatment” he swears has helped horses win races for years! By the end of this episode, you may never look at the phrase “research-backed” the same way again. 🎧 Listen now on the Beyond the Barn podcast Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com _______________________________ Check out our other Beyond the Barn episodes to learn more –  Ep. 114: 5 Things Horse Owners Misunderstand About Feed Tags Ep. 106: 5 Ways Horse Owners Waste Money on Feeding Ep. 103: How to Balance Forage-Based or Grain-Free Diets & Bust Common Myths – Part 2 Ep. 102: Horse Feeding Trends Explained: Forage-Based, Grain-Free & Everything in Between – Part 1 Ep. 050: Top 10 Most Common Feeding Mistakes Horse Owners Make _______________________________ *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* _______________________________ Connect with Dr. Nielsen: Learn more at his University page Email - bdn@msu.edu Spartan Equine REsearch – The SPERE Lab Facebook Page _______________________________   Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________ Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from our PhD equine nutritionists at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

    1h 1m
  3. Ep. 114: 5 Things Horse Owners Misunderstand About Feed Tags

    May 5

    Ep. 114: 5 Things Horse Owners Misunderstand About Feed Tags

    On this episode of the Feeding Fumbles & Fixes series of Beyond the Barn, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Kelly Vineyard, PhD equine nutritionist to discuss one of the most overlooked (and misunderstood) tools in your barn – your horse’s feed tag, including: How to interpret feed tag numbers without being misled Why feeding directions are more than just a guideline The limitations of feed tags and what to look at beyond the label Whether you’re feeding a performance horse, a senior or your light trail horse, this episode will help you look beyond the label and better understand how to build a balanced and effective feeding program. 🎧 Listen now on the Beyond the Barn podcast Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com _______________________________ Learn More From Our Other Feeding Fumbles & Fixes Episodes –  Ep. 113: 3 Changes to Make When Transitioning Horses Back to Work Ep. 109: 4 Horse Feeding Mistakes That Increase Laminitis Risk Ep. 108: 4 Simple Ways to Stretch Your Hay Supply Without Sacrificing Nutrition Ep. 106: 5 Ways Horse Owners Waste Money on Feeding Ep. 105: 5 Nutrition Mistakes Horse Owners Make in Winter _______________________________ *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* _______________________________   Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________ Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from our PhD equine nutritionists at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

    23 min
  4. Ep. 113: 3 Changes to Make When Transitioning Horses Back to Work

    Apr 21

    Ep. 113: 3 Changes to Make When Transitioning Horses Back to Work

    Spring is here and for many horse owners, that means one thing, it’s time to get back in the saddle. But here’s the catch - just because your horse feels ready doesn’t mean their body actually is. On this episode of the Feeding Fumbles & Fixes series of Beyond the Barn, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Kelly Vineyard, PhD equine nutritionist to break down what really happens when horses transition from winter downtime to spring work and the small adjustments that can make a big difference in performance, soundness, and overall health, including: What’s changing in your horse’s body as workload increases How seasonal feeding habits can unintentionally set horses up for setbacks What horse owners often overlook when moving from winter maintenance to getting back into performance mode Spring transitions aren’t just about riding more, they’re about adjusting nutrition, management, and workload with intention to set your horse up for success and avoid unfortunate setbacks. 🎧 Listen now on the Beyond the Barn podcast Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com _______________________________ Helpful resources to reference to learn more –  Podcast - Ep. 035: Pro Tips for Getting Pastures (and Horses) Ready for Spring Grazing Blog Post - Spring Pasture & Grazing Tips Blog Post - Spring into Action: Simple Steps to Bring Your Horse Back After Winter Blog Post - How to Avoid High NSC Intake for Horses in the Spring Nutritional White Paper – Spring Pasture Turnout – What We Need to Know _______________________________ *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* _______________________________   Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________ Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from our PhD equine nutritionists at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

    14 min
  5. Ep. 112: Fixing Free Fecal Water Syndrome - Diet, Fiber & Gut Health Solutions for Horses Part 2

    Apr 7

    Ep. 112: Fixing Free Fecal Water Syndrome - Diet, Fiber & Gut Health Solutions for Horses Part 2

    On this Part 2 episode of the Beyond the Barn podcast, host Katy Starr, Dr. Burt Staniar, Associate Professor of Animal Science at Penn State University, and Dr. Kelly Vineyard continue their discussion about how diet plays a role in free fecal water syndrome, including: Why forage should always be the foundation of your horse’s diet How different fiber sources (like beet pulp, alfalfa, and grass hay) impact gut health What “forage quality” really means and how hay maturity can affect digestion Practical feeding strategies to apply when you can’t control your horse’s hay (e.g. when your horse is at a boarding facility) The truth about supplements (and when they’re actually worth it) If your horse struggles with free fecal water syndrome, or even if you’d just like to better understand equine gut health, hindgut function, and forage nutrition as the foundation of your horse’s diet, this episode is jam packed with practical, science-backed insights you can start applying to support your horse. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, be sure to go back to episode 111 for a deep dive on fiber and digestive health before getting into this episode! 🎧 Listen now on the Beyond the Barn podcast   Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com _______________________________ Helpful BTB Episodes to Reference –  Ep. 111: Not All Fiber Is the Same - Understanding Free Fecal Water Syndrome in Horses Part 1 Ep. 098: Feeder Style, Dominance, and Stress in Group-Fed Horses – What the Research Says Ep. 054: What is Leaky Gut in Horses, and Can It Be Prevented? Ep. 045: Why Skipping a Hay Analysis Could Cost More Money in the Long Run with Sarah Fessenden Ep. 047: How Properly Balancing Your Horse’s Diet Can SAVE You Money in the Long Run! Ep. 003: Why Horses Need to Eat Fiber _______________________________ *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* _______________________________ Connect with Dr. Staniar: University Website Email - wstaniar@psu.edu _______________________________   Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________ Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from our PhD equine nutritionists at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

    35 min
  6. Ep. 111: Not All Fiber Is the Same - Understanding Free Fecal Water Syndrome in Horses Part 1

    Mar 24

    Ep. 111: Not All Fiber Is the Same - Understanding Free Fecal Water Syndrome in Horses Part 1

    On this Part 1 episode of the Beyond the Barn podcast, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Burt Staniar, Associate Professor of Animal Science at Penn State University, and Dr. Kelly Vineyard about the science behind free fecal water syndrome, including: Why two diets with the same fiber content can behave very differently in the horse’s hindgut What free fecal water syndrome is and how it differs from diarrhea Why some horses might be more susceptible  Free fecal water syndrome can be a frustrating and confusing issue for horse owners, with what looks like normal manure, but water leaking separately. This episode sets the stage for Part 2, where we’ll dive into practical feeding and management strategies that may help support horses dealing with free fecal water syndrome. 🎧 Listen now on the Beyond the Barn podcast Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com _______________________________ Helpful BTB Episodes to Reference –  ~15:20 – Ep. 054: What is Leaky Gut in Horses, and Can It Be Prevented? ~24:44 – Ep. 098: Feeder Style, Dominance, and Stress in Group-Fed Horses – What the Research Says _______________________________ *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* _______________________________ Connect with Dr. Staniar: University Website Email - wstaniar@psu.edu _______________________________   Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________ Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from our PhD equine nutritionists at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

    35 min
  7. Ep. 110: When to Call the Vet – What Horse Owners Need to Know About Equine Emergencies with Dr. Erica Lacher

    Mar 10

    Ep. 110: When to Call the Vet – What Horse Owners Need to Know About Equine Emergencies with Dr. Erica Lacher

    On this episode of the Beyond the Barn podcast, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Erica Lacher, equine veterinarian and host of Straight from the Horse Doctor’s Mouth, to help horse owners confidently decide when something is an emergency and they need to call the vet or monitor at home, including: Why one specific type of injury is never a “wait and see” situation An old wives tale that is commonly suggested for colic, but doesn’t actually help Two vital signs your vet wants you to know before you ever pick up the phone Dr. Lacher also shares practical first-aid kit must-haves and so much more to help you feel confident in knowing what to do when an equine emergency hits, because its often not ‘if’ but ‘when’ with horses. 🎧 Listen now on the Beyond the Barn podcast Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com _______________________________ Episode References –  ~10:49 – How to Check Vital Signs On Your Horse ~23:32 – Equine Emergency Vet Care Guide ~ 26:04 – How to Take Photos for Your Equine Vet ~52:37 – Foaling Kit Guideline from AAEP ~1:01:26 – How to Weigh Your Horse _______________________________ *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* _______________________________ Connect with Dr. Lacher: Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic Straight from the Horse Doctor’s Mouth Podcast YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok _______________________________   Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________ Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from our PhD equine nutritionists at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

    1h 9m
  8. Ep. 109: 4 Horse Feeding Mistakes That Increase Laminitis Risk

    Feb 24

    Ep. 109: 4 Horse Feeding Mistakes That Increase Laminitis Risk

    ***Complete our short survey by Wednesday, March 11, 2026 to be entered for a chance to win Standlee free product coupons and some fun Standlee swag – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/btb2026podcast*** _______________________________ On this episode of the Feeding Fumbles & Fixes series of Beyond the Barn, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Kelly Vineyard, PhD equine nutritionist, to discuss four common horse feeding mistakes that can increase laminitis, including: Why some horses at the highest risk for laminitis look healthy and fit What current research is teaching us about meal size, carbohydrate load, and metabolic stress How everyday feeding and management decisions can strain the hoof long before any soreness appears Dr. Vineyard also talks about how metabolic testing works, what body condition scores really mean, and why meal size and NSC intake per feeding matter, especially for at-risk horses. 🎧 Listen now on the Beyond the Barn podcast Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com _______________________________ Episode References –  ~19:07 – Dr. Erica Macon Research - Identifying possible thresholds for nonstructural carbohydrates in the insulin dysregulated horse  |  Insulin dysregulated horses metabolic responses to forage pellets _______________________________ Resources to Learn More –  More about sugar and starch sensitivity in horses: Podcast - Ep. 096: The Problem with One-Size-Fits-All Feeding Plans for Metabolic Horses - Part 2 Podcast - Ep. 095: Metabolic Horses Aren’t Always Fat - Here’s What No One Tells You - Part 1 Podcast - Ep. 088: NSC, Sugars, Starches, Fructans – Are They Good or Bad for Horses? Podcast - Ep. 057: How to Prevent and Manage Laminitis Podcast - Ep. 006: Successful Strategies to Help Limit NSC (aka Sugars and Starches) in Horse Diets Podcast - Ep. 005: Are Horses Carbohydrate Sensitive? Blog Post - Cresty Neck – A Precursor to Metabolic Disease in Horses Blog Post - How to Avoid High NSC Intake for Horses in the Spring Blog Post - Laminitis in Horses: Symptoms, Causes, and Feeding Strategies to Support Hoof Health Nutritional White Paper - Carbohydrates and Horses — What Do I Need To Know?v Webinar - Spring Into Action! What to Watch Out For: Metabolic Disease Prevention & Management Webinar - My Horse Is Carb Sensitive, Isn’t It? Product Solutions Recommended by Dr. Kelly Vineyard –  Standlee Alfalfa Cubes Standlee Alfalfa Compressed Bales Standlee Teff Grass Pellets Standlee Smart Carb Performance _______________________________ *Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.* _______________________________   Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________ Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from our PhD equine nutritionists at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

    23 min
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From our fields to your feeder, we discuss all things hay and livestock nutrition related. We feature industry recognized experts to answer common nutrition myths, how our hay comes to be consistent, quality feed for your animals, and everything in between. Horse enthusiast or goat wrangler, elite show competitor or backyard livestock homesteader, we’ve got you covered. Journey with us, beyond the barn! New episodes every other Tuesday (biweekly).

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  • Creator
    Standlee Premium Western Forage
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    117
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2020 Standlee Premium Products, LLC® All Rights Reserved.
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    Beyond the Barn

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