Rice Hulls for Horse Bedding
Horse-Friendly
There are several advantages to using rice hulls versus wood shavings, and at a similar price.
Benefits of rice hulls for horse bedding:
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Sensitive skin and allergen friendly
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Minimal dust
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Efficient stall cleaning and often less waste than shavings because they fall through the fork easier
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Reduced felling of trees
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Reduced odor because the waxy coating keeps the ammonia scent to a minimum
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Allows for seepage to keep top layer dry
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Flame resistant
The Initial Stall Setup
Transitioning to rice hulls for bedding can save time and money, here are some tips.
What you need to know about rice hulls for horse bedding:
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Start with a thick base of 4-6 inches of rice hulls
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Consider mixing hulls with wood shavings for absorbency of wood and cost-saving volume of hulls
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Use rubber stall mats on concrete as first layer
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Use fine-tined fork for cleaning and mucking for better sifting
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Strip the bottom less frequently
Bales & Bulk
Rice hulls are available in bulk and 50 lb. compressed bales for your storage and convenience needs.
Baled rice hulls are convenient to transport, move, and load directly into spreaders or small field hoppers.
Bulk rice hulls are best for large-scale equestrian operations that have 10 or more stalls.
