Keeping Horses Hydrated in SoCal Summers: How Soaked Cubes Help
Southern California summers don’t mess around. When temperatures climb, keeping your horses properly hydrated becomes one of the most important things you can do for their health — and it takes more than just topping off the water trough. Why Hydration Gets Harder in Summer Hot weather increases a horse’s water requirements significantly, and dehydration […]
Meet Paramount Cubing: Why We Sell Direct and Skip the Middleman
If you’ve been feeding horses in Southern California for any length of time, you know how the math usually works: a farm grows the alfalfa, a mill processes it, a distributor buys it, and then it finally lands at your barn — with everyone in that chain taking their cut. By the time it reaches […]
What Horses Actually Need From Their Feed
With so many feeding options, supplements, and opinions out there, it’s easy to feel like your horse’s diet needs to be complicated to be effective. But in reality, most horses thrive on a feeding program that focuses on a few core essentials. Understanding what horses actually need from their feed can help you cut through […]
How to Stay Ahead of Feed Demand This Season
As the seasons shift, so do the demands of your barn. Spring and early summer often bring increased activity—horses returning to work, more time spent riding, and busier daily routines. With that comes a natural rise in feed demand. If you’re not prepared, it can quickly turn into a challenge. Staying ahead of your feed […]
Are You Overcomplicating Your Feeding Program?
When it comes to feeding horses, more isn’t always better. It’s easy to fall into the trap of adding more products, more steps, and more adjustments in an effort to “optimize” your feeding program. But in many cases, complexity can actually create more problems than it solves. If your current routine feels inconsistent, time-consuming, or […]
Getting Ahead of Feed Needs Before Peak Season
As spring approaches, many barns start shifting gears. Horses are coming back into work, show schedules begin to pick up, and daily routines get busier. With that shift, feed demand often increases—sometimes faster than expected. Planning ahead now can make a noticeable difference in how smoothly your barn runs in the months ahead. Why Feed […]
What People Get Wrong About Alfalfa
Alfalfa is one of the most widely used forage options in the horse world, yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood. From concerns about protein levels to assumptions about which horses “should” eat it, alfalfa often gets labeled unfairly. Let’s clear up some of the most common misconceptions and look at what alfalfa actually […]
How Hay Cubes Help Keep Your Feed Room Cleaner
If you manage a barn, you already know the feed room can get messy fast. Between loose hay, dusty flakes, broken twine, and constant sweeping, it’s easy for the feed area to turn into one of the hardest spaces to keep clean — especially during busy seasons when horses are eating more and staff is […]
What’s the Difference Between Hay Cubes, Pellets, and Loose Hay?
When it comes to feeding horses, forage is the foundation. But not all forage looks the same. Depending on your barn setup, storage space, feeding routine, and your horse’s needs, you may come across several options including loose hay, hay cubes, and pellets. While all three can play a role in an equine diet, they […]
How to Find a Paramount Dealer Near You
If you’re looking to buy Paramount Cubing products, including premium alfalfa hay cubes and forage products, finding a local dealer is often the quickest and most convenient option. Paramount Cubing works with a nationwide network of authorized dealers to help make high-quality feed accessible to barns across the country. Here’s how to find a dealer […]