Reliable Forage
for Thriving Horses

Are your horses getting the nutrition they deserve?

Every horse depends on steady, reliable nutrition — and that’s exactly what Elite Forage is built to provide.

Each bale is crafted with care, inspected for quality, and compressed for easier handling, giving your barn a dependable feed source day after day. When the forage is consistent, everything else in your routine becomes a little smoother: healthier horses, calmer mornings, and fewer surprises in the feed room. Elite Forage brings that steadiness to your operation, so you can focus on the work that matters most.

What Makes Our Forage Elite?

During compression and cutting, fiber length is reduced to roughly half its original size, offering clear benefits for horses:

Improved Digestibility
Shorter fiber breaks down more easily, supporting seniors, horses with dental issues, and those needing better nutrient absorption.
Reduced Colic Risk
Smaller fiber particles move more smoothly through the digestive system.
Easier Chewing
Requires less effort to chew, helping horses that quid or struggle to finish meals.
More Consistent Intake
A uniform, less stemmy texture improves palatability for picky eaters.
Better Ration Mixing
Blends evenly with concentrates and supplements for more accurate feeding.

Crafted from a thoughtful blend of premium forage components designed to support equine health.

Alfalfa
Hay

Rich, nutrient-dense foundation for performance and recovery.

Teff
Grass

Soft, low-sugar forage ideal for sensitive horses.

Bermuda
Hay

High fiber, easily digestible, palatable, low calories and sugars.

Timothy
Hay

Balanced, fiber-rich forage that supports healthy digestion, maintains proper weight, and promotes steady energy.

Orchard
Grass

Soft, palatable hay that supports digestion and is easy for horses to chew.

Our forage is built on consistency, care, and years of agricultural experience:

Premium sourcing: Partnering with over 100 trusted growers across the region.

Rigorous inspection: A six-point quality check from procurement to final shipment.

Double compression: Clean, uniform, double compression bales that are easy to handle and stack.

Sealed and protected: Bales are wrapped to preserve freshness and reduce waste.

Fast delivery: 48-72 hour delivery in Southern California, with dependable scheduling. Nationwide delivery available.

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Imperial Valley Alfalfa Is Good for Horses

Elite Forage is built on alfalfa grown in California’s Imperial Valley, a region known for producing high-quality, nutrient-dense forage. The warm climate, abundant sunlight, and reliable irrigation allow alfalfa to grow and be harvested consistently throughout the year—supporting the kind of steady nutrition horses benefit from.

Leafier, more digestible hay
Frequent harvests encourage younger growth with a higher leaf-to-stem ratio, supporting digestion and nutrient absorption.
Strong protein and mineral content
Naturally supports muscle development, recovery, and overall body condition.
Supports steady energy and performance
Highly digestible fiber helps horses utilize feed efficiently without unnecessary stress on the digestive system.
Predictable forage quality
Year-round growing conditions reduce seasonal swings, helping maintain a more consistent feeding program.
Thoughtfully grown for modern horse care
While sugar levels depend on harvest timing and maturity, the Imperial Valley’s steady climate avoids extreme cold stress, supporting balanced forage development.

Imperial Valley alfalfa gives us a reliable foundation—one that supports healthy digestion, strong performance, and confidence in what you’re feeding every day.

Engineered for Consistent Feeding and Handling

Transformation

Our fiber length is carefully cut to about 50% of the original length resulting in:

• Improved digestibility (seniors, dental limitations)

• Easier chewing (quidding / slow eaters)

• Reduced colic risk (smoother gut movement)

• More consistent intake (uniform texture)

• Better ration mixing (even blend with supplements)

Testing

Every shipment includes equine-specific feed analysis, so you know exactly what you’re feeding:

• Confirms nutrition profile & consistency

• Supports predictable performance and feeding accuracy

• Builds confidence with verified results

Traceability

Farm-to-consumer confidence:

• Our forage is sourced from trusted, identifiable farms and tracked through every step of the supply chain.

• Unlike blended hay from unknown origins, this transparency reduces variability and gives you confidence in what you’re feeding—load after load.

Trusted Supply

Our experience shipping over 10 million tons of forage allows us to operate with proven scale and reliability, resulting in:

• Dependable execution across domestic and export markets

• Consistent quality control at every stage of production

• Reliable sourcing from trusted grower relationships

• Strong logistics and delivery performance

• A long-term partner you can count on

Available in 2 sizes:

The 40 lb. Handy Bale

40 lb., 3-string, compressed bales.

24 bales per pallet in non-bagged package.
Has a customized loop in the bag for ease of handling.

The 50 lb. Handy Bale

50 lb., 3-string, double-compressed bales.

24 bales per pallet in non-bagged package.
Has a customized loop in the bag for ease of handling.

Bale in Bag

The Bale in Bag option adds protection and peace of mind. Both 40-lb and 50-lb bales can be sealed in durable protective bags that help shield forage from moisture and rodent damage. It’s a simple option that keeps bales cleaner, preserves quality, makes transportation easier, and adds an extra layer of protection during storage and handling.

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Protect your horses’ health with consistent, high-quality hay all year.

Consistent Nutrition

• Steady, predictable quality in every bale

• Supports overall health, performance, and daily vitality

• Helps reduce digestive and behavioral issues tied to inconsistent feed

• Our rigorous 6-Point quality checks ensure every bale is up to our standards.

• Full traceability and certified supply chain.

Easy Handling & Storage

• Double-compressed bales save space in crowded feed rooms

• Clean, uniform stacking reduces labor and clutter

• Lightweight enough to move quickly during morning and evening feedings

Reliable Delivery

• Clear communication and dependable scheduling

• Shipments arrive on time, reducing stress for your operation

• Support available whenever you need it

Quality forage should be hassle-free and consistent. You deserve reliable, premium forage supplies.

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Elite Forage is made by people who live and work with horses.

At Border Valley Trading, we’re horse owners, riders, and caretakers ourselves, so we know how much the right forage matters. Our state-of-the-art facility in the Imperial Valley gives us the ability to source carefully, inspect thoroughly, and craft a cleaner, more dependable bale. Decades of agricultural experience and a deep respect for the animals we serve guide every decision we make. Elite Forage isn’t just a product we produce — it’s a standard we uphold, built from the same care we give our own horses.