The Scoop: Equine Nutrition Podcast

Annie Emery

Discover the world of equine nutrition, feeds, and supplements without the fads—just reliable information for horse owners.  Join host Annie Emery, MS CRC CESMT CENA, a scientist and independent nutrition professional as we separate fact from fiction to bring you important and relevant information.  We empower you to make educated and informed decisions- and possibly save money in the process! You won’t find any specific brand or product promotions here—just clear facts to empower you to make the best choices for your horse’s well-being. Tune in and gain the knowledge you need!

  1. JAN 6

    The Scoop Equine Nutrition Podcast Ep: 39 Wheat Middlings

    Wheat middlings appear on many feed tags—and they often trigger strong reactions. In this episode of The Scoop: Equine Nutrition Podcast, Annie Emery takes a thoughtful, science-based look at how wheat midds actually fit into horse diets. Rather than focusing on ingredient fear or marketing claims, this episode explores how to evaluate wheat middlings in the context of the entire ration, how horses digest different types of ingredients, and why balance matters more than labels. If you’ve ever questioned what wheat middlings really mean for your horse—or felt confused by conflicting advice—this episode offers clarity without hype. Links https://www.afia.org/news/afia-blog/there-s-nothing-mid-about-wheat-midds/ https://www.aafco.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2024_OP_Chapter_6_enc.pdf https://ker.com/equinews/horse-feeds-understanding-product-ingredients/ https://www.smartpakequine.com/learn-health/minding-your-middlings About the Host Annie Emery, MS, CRC, CESMT, CENA, is an independent equine nutrition professional based in Minneapolis, MN. Through virtual consultations, Annie has worked with hundreds of horses across the U.S. and Canada, helping owners improve health and performance through tailored, evidence-based nutrition plans. She works with all breeds and disciplines, with advanced training in diets for horses with muscle disorders, metabolic conditions, ulcers, hindgut issues, and complex medical cases. Copyright Revolution Equine Nutrition, LLC This is the work of the author and may not be used in any other format Use all info at your own risk https://revolutionequinenutrition.org/

    16 min
  2. JAN 2

    The Scoop Equine Nutrition Podcast: Ep 38: Nutrition & Biomechanics: Guest Jane Braddock (Focused Riding)

    On The Scoop Equine Nutrition Podcast, I’m kicking off a three-part series exploring the connection between nutrition and biomechanics. While nutrition will always be the foundation of this podcast, this series zooms out to look at how movement, training, and feeding work together. Biomechanics is a buzzword right now, but it’s not new. As a dressage rider, I’ve seen how powerful things can be when nutrition and biomechanics support each other instead of living in silos. I’m joined by Jane Braddock, my longtime trainer, for a thoughtful conversation about building the right team around the horse and supporting both the physical and mental side of performance. This is Part One of a three-part series on how nutrition and biomechanics can work together to better support the horse. Bios:  Jane has spent over 45 years riding, over 25 years teaching, and over 15 years improving her rider biomechanics coaching.  Jane is certified through the USEA, a USDF Bronze medalist, and completed RWYM Teacher Training. Her unique professional background started with an engineering degree, and morphed into leading business workshops with participant-centered training techniques, all while pursuing her equestrian passions on the side.  Her years of competing and training in dressage and eventing, combined with an engineer's understanding of forces and mechanics, give her a unique approach to integrating rider and equine biomechanics.  In 2006, Jane founded “Focused Riding” as her professional equestrian brand to better help riders no matter what their goals. She is based out of her 60 acre facility in Hager City, WI, just east of the MN border, between River Falls, WI and Red Wing, MN.  https://www.focusedriding.com/ Annie owns Revolution Equine Nutrition  At Revolution Equine Nutrition, the focus is on empowering clients with clear, practical feeding strategies and ongoing support. Whether addressing a long-standing issue or optimizing overall wellness, Annie is dedicated to helping horse owners make informed, confident decisions about their horses' diets in a supportive and encouraging way. With experience across hundreds of cases—encompassing every metabolic, gastric, and muscle disorder imaginable—she is equipped to help you navigate the best nutrition program for your horse, tailored to your goals, budget, and preferences.  https://revolutionequinenutrition.org/ Copyright Revolution Equine Nutrition, LLC This is the work of the author and may not be used in any other format Use all info at your own risk https://revolutionequinenutrition.org/

    28 min

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Discover the world of equine nutrition, feeds, and supplements without the fads—just reliable information for horse owners.  Join host Annie Emery, MS CRC CESMT CENA, a scientist and independent nutrition professional as we separate fact from fiction to bring you important and relevant information.  We empower you to make educated and informed decisions- and possibly save money in the process! You won’t find any specific brand or product promotions here—just clear facts to empower you to make the best choices for your horse’s well-being. Tune in and gain the knowledge you need!