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As a UMN rule of thumb, about how many acres of pasture feed one horse in the grazing season?

About two acres per horse.

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  1. Half an acre
  2. Two acres ✔
  3. Twenty acres

Why: UMN says pastures can usually feed one horse for every two acres during the grazing season. Poor soil, dry climate or heavy use can mean you need more land or supplemental hay.

Huh, didn't know that: UMN says a dry lot should provide at least 400 square feet per horse.

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Answer: Two acres. UMN says pastures can usually feed one horse for every two acres during the grazing season. Poor soil, dry climate or heavy use can mean you need more land or supplemental hay.

  1. Planning your horse pasture site, UMN Extension extension.umn.edu/node/27321
    Pastures can usually provide enough forage for one horse for every two acres during the grazing season.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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