Quality Forage Blends

Producers of Quality Forage Feed,
Natural Chicken Coop Bedding &
Premium Mulch Products

Superior, All-Natural Forage Products

Lucerne Farms is a proud producer of superior, all-natural products grown on our family-owned and run farm in Northern Maine. We produce the finest natural horse forage feed made of various blends of chopped hay for horses. We also make superior, eco-friendly chicken coop bedding and specially blended premium mulch and ground cover. Each product line is specifically designed to help your land and your animals thrive and maintain their health.

Equine products for all-natural, superior nutrition for every horse.

Chicken coop bedding with superior advantages for a happy, healthy flock.

Lawn and garden mulch that improves your soil, saves water and more.

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A Blend For Every Horse

Not sure if this is the right feed for you horse? Learn more about what our blends can do for the various horses in your life; from the champion in the show ring to the champion in your back yard.

Feeding Our Forage Feed Blends

Whether as a grain complement, fiber supplement or hay replacement, we’ve got you covered. Not sure how to add Lucerne Farms Forage into your horse’s feeding schedule? Click the link below to learn how.

Feed Complement

Mixing Lucerne Farms forage at a 3:1 ratio with grain, and other feeds, can help increase the digestibility and performance, making sure your horse’s digestive process gets off to a running start.

Fiber Supplement

Adding 3-6 lbs of Lucerne Farms horse forage into your feeding program can help ensure your horse is getting the proper amount of fiber in a form that is more beneficial to their physical and mental health.

Hay Replacement

When traditional hay is not an option, Lucerne Farms forage offers a natural alternative. Feeding Lucerne Farms at 2-2.5% of your horse’s body weight can ensure they are meeting their daily forage requirements.

A Blend For Every Horse

Not sure if this is the right feed for you horse? Learn more about what our blends can do for the various horses in your life; from the champion in the show ring to the champion in your back yard.

Feeding our Forage Blends

Whether as a grain complement, fiber supplement or hay replacement, we’ve got you covered. Not sure how to add Lucerne Farms Forage into your horse’s feeding schedule? Click the link below to learn how.

Koop Clean™
Chicken Bedding

Our special blend offers more than your standard chicken coop bedding. First of its kind on the market, KOOP CLEAN with odor-neutralizing Sweet PDZ is designed to address the major concerns of your coop including moisture, smell, insulation, and waste. Learn about the unique benefits of KOOP CLEAN.

Lucerne Farms Mulch Products

Premium Ground Cover and Mainely Mulch® do more than cover your ground like other shredded straw mulch. Our blends enrich the soil, adding valuable nutrients and encouraging beneficial earthworms. Bring harmony to your lawn and garden with a unique combination of hay and straw that is lightweight and easy to apply. 

Koop Clean™
Chicken Bedding

Lucerne Farms Mulch Products

Blog Posts

HORSE STORIES

Exploring Alternative Feeding Methods for Horses: Beyond Traditional Grains

Traditional high-sugar grain diets have certain health disadvantages for horses. Discover the benefits of alternative feeding methods for horses and key tips.

Tips to Identify and Treat Skin Conditions in Horses

Understanding key skin issues is crucial for maintaining your horse’s health. Learn how to identify skin conditions in horses and their appropriate treatments.

Understanding the Nutritive Value of Different Forage Types for Horses 

Horses must forage to ensure they get enough nutrients to stay healthy and strong. Understanding the different forage types is key to meeting this need.

The Crucial Connection Between Forage and Gut Health

Owning a horse means ensuring they’re living a healthy lifestyle. This makes understanding the connection between forage and gut health key to happy equines.

Hitting the Road with Your Horse: Essential Tips for a Smooth Journey

Any equine enthusiast knows that traveling with horses can be challenging. With these tips, you’ll get to your destination quickly and safely.

3 Digestive Problems That Plague Horses 

For owners, digestive problems in horses can be a real nightmare, especially if you don’t know what to do. Here, we’ll discuss a few best practices.

What To Know About Feeding Growing Foals

Raising animals is difficult, & it can be especially challenging with young foals. Lucerne Farms has everything you need to ensure yours stay healthy & happy.

A Guide to Healthy Spring Grazing for Horses

As spring blossoms and the vibrant green hues return to pastures, horse owners eagerly anticipate the joy of watching their equine companions revel in the lush, new growth. However, the transition from winter hay to spring grazing requires careful consideration to...

The Best Nutrients for an Improved Horse Coat 

A lustrous and healthy coat is not only a sign of a well-cared-for horse but also a reflection of their overall well-being. Achieving a gleaming coat goes beyond regular grooming; it requires a balanced and nutrient-rich diet. In this guide, we'll explore the...

High-Quality Hay: Why Hay Testing Is Essential for Equestrians

When it comes to high-quality hay, many equestrians think that they are able to identify it simply by looking at it, touching it, and smelling it. While your senses can give you some insight into the quality of the hay, the assessment goes far beyond the color, smell,...

FROM THE GARDEN

Common Garden Pests and Natural Controls 

For those who love to garden, common pests can become a real hassle. However, by learning natural methods for control, you’ll get more out of your hobby.

Selecting the Right Forage Equipment for Your Farm: A Comprehensive Guide

Buying forage equipment can be both confusing and expensive. By understanding your farm and its needs, you can ensure you get it right the first time.

A Guide to Popular Perennials for Your Garden

As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, the arrival of spring brings a renewed sense of life to our gardens. One of the best ways to enhance your garden's beauty year after year is by incorporating popular perennials with mulch and ground cover. These resilient...

A Fresh Start: Easy Ways To Prepare Your Garden for Spring 

As winter fades away, the anticipation of spring gardening sets in. Early preparation is key to ensuring a flourishing and vibrant garden. By taking some time and preparing your garden for spring, you can improve your yields and give plants a better shot. Whether...

Choosing the Perfect Mulch: A Gardener’s Guide

When it comes to creating a healthy and vibrant garden, choosing the right mulch is a decision that can make all the difference. Mulch not only enhances the aesthetics of your garden but also plays a crucial role in maintaining soil moisture, suppressing weeds, and...

3 Tips for Protecting Your Spring Season Crops

Spring is on its way! You know what that means, it’s time to plan your gardens and begin to plant some hardy vegetables. However, as we all know, spring can bring cold snaps and unseasonable weather. When the mercury drops, you need to protect your crops and safeguard...

Reasons To Mulch Your Garden in the Fall

After a summer of gardening, many of us are ready for the reprieve that winter brings. However, before you head inside and bundle up by the fire, it is important to properly winterize your garden in the fall. A large part of winterizing your garden is thoroughly...

A Look at Composting Manure, From Coop to Garden

Once the weather warms up, a swarm of flies around the manure pile is a common sight. Not only is this annoying and unhygienic, but it feels like there must be another way. So what is it? What can we do with chicken manure? If you have a garden, you may be familiar...

Top 3 Reasons To Use Straw as Mulch

From raised beds to large commercial gardens, properly mulching your vegetables will help them thrive while cutting down on the amount of time you spend working in the garden. There are a number of products that you can use as mulch, with materials ranging from...

Tips to Prepare Your Vegetable Garden for Winter

Before fall comes to a close, there are some loose ends in your lawn that you need to take care of. Though the first frost has long since come and gone, there are still some essential chores you can do to make your vegetable garden brighter next spring. Don’t let your...

CHICKEN TALK

A Hobbyist’s Guide to Free-Range Chicken Farming

Chicken farming is a great way to save some money while enjoying a DIY activity. This guide to free-range chicken farming will ensure your success.

Choosing Your Farmyard Friends: A Guide To Selecting Hobby Farm Livestock

If you’re looking for the best animals for your hobby farm, there are specific traits to consider. Here are some key details to know before making a selection.

Avoiding Common Mistakes When Collecting Fresh Eggs

Collecting fresh eggs is a great way to eat well and maintain a healthy lifestyle. However, there are some mistakes you should avoid during the process.

Understanding the Dietary Needs of Goats 

Providing the right nutrition is paramount to maintaining the health and well-being of goats. These versatile animals have specific dietary requirements that, when met, contribute to their vitality and productivity. Whether you're a seasoned goat keeper or a newcomer...

Starting a Hobby Farm: What You Need To Know Before You Begin

The allure of hobby farming beckons to those seeking a closer connection to the land, a more sustainable lifestyle, or simply the joy of nurturing plants and animals. Unfortunately, the process can be challenging if you don’t know the basic steps. Before you dive...

Raising Happy Hens: 9 Tips for Chicken Care

Chickens, those charming cluckers, have found their way into the hearts and backyards of many people worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned poultry pro or just starting your chicken-keeping journey, there's one common goal: raising happy hens. Happy hens produce more...

The Basics of Chicken Coop Setup and Maintenance

Raising chickens can be a rewarding and sustainable endeavor, whether you're a seasoned farmer or a beginner looking to venture into backyard poultry keeping. One of the key elements of successful chicken keeping is having a well-designed and maintained chicken coop....

How To Keep Chickens Cool During Hot Summer Weather

Did you welcome a new flock of chicks to your family this spring? Chickens are a fun addition to the farmyard and are surprisingly easy to care for. Yet, as the temperatures rise, our chickens require additional considerations in order to thrive. As we enter the...

How To Reduce Ammonia in Poultry Houses in Winter

It's true, the smell of ammonia may be stronger in the summer months, with the sun beating down on manure and heating up the dirty coop bedding. However, that doesn’t mean that ammonia is gone in the winter. In fact, ammonia is just as dangerous in winter. While the...

Caring for Your Chickens in Winter Weather

Don’t let your fowl friends down in foul weather! The harsh temperatures can be tough on all of us, and chickens are no exception. Caring for chickens in winter takes some extra consideration. Your flock relies on you to keep them warm, healthy, and entertained—no...

At Lucerne Farms, we believe you get from the earth what you put in it. From seed to final product, our customers trust that every bag that carries the Lucerne Farms name contributes to a healthy and happier horse, flock, and garden. Find a store near you to get your all-natural horse forage feed, chicken coop bedding, and mulch and ground cover today.