Horse Straights Direct
Horse Straights Direct is a UK range of single-ingredient "straight" supplements — pure herbs, seeds, oils and powders with nothing added — so you can build your horse's feed one honest ingredient at a time. At Just Horse Riders you'll find more than 55 Horse Straights Direct lines, from single herbs like nettle, garlic and turmeric to targeted support blends and yard essentials, with in-stock prices from £7.35.
Free UK delivery over £50 · Next-day on eligible items ordered before 4pm · 90-day returns · Family-run UK retailer since 2010.
In a hurry?
A few reliable, in-stock places to start:
- Turmeric — a yard favourite, from £10.00
- Apple Cider Vinegar — a traditional daily straight, from £10.87
- Flax Oil — omega-rich oil for coat condition, from £16.16
- Calming Blend — a ready-mixed calming option, from £23.18
What does Horse Straights Direct make?
The range is built around the idea of "straights" — supplements that contain one clearly named ingredient rather than a complicated blend. If the bag says fenugreek, it is fenugreek. That transparency lets you tailor a horse's diet precisely and avoid doubling up on the same ingredient across several products. Alongside the single herbs there is a small set of ready-mixed support blends and some practical yard extras.
The main types you'll find
| Range | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Single-ingredient straights | One pure herb, seed or powder — nettle, garlic, mint, seaweed, MSM and more | Owners who want full control over exactly what goes in the bucket |
| Targeted support blends | A few complementary straights combined — calming, mobility, hoof, metabolic | One specific area of everyday management, ready-mixed |
| Oils & liquids | Flax oil and apple cider vinegar | Coat condition and daily palatability |
| Yard & seasonal essentials | Electrolytes and a natural insect spray | Hot weather, travel and the UK fly season |
| Herbal treats | Small baked treats such as cinnamon | Rewards and tempting fussy feeders |
Which Horse Straights Direct range is right for me?
If you already know the single ingredient you want to feed, choose a straight — it is the simplest, most cost-effective way to add just that one thing. If you'd rather someone else did the mixing for a particular goal, a support blend (calming, mobility, hoof and so on) combines a handful of relevant straights in one scoop. For coat and general condition, the oils and liquids are an easy daily addition, while electrolytes and insect spray come into their own over summer.
Straights are supplements, not medicines. They are there to support a horse that is already healthy and well-fed on forage. If your horse has a diagnosed condition or you are unsure what to feed, speak to your vet or a qualified equine nutritionist before adding anything new.
How do I choose and introduce a straight?
Start with forage, then layer in targeted support. Good hay or grazing should always be the foundation of the diet; straights are the fine-tuning on top. Introduce one new ingredient at a time, build up gradually to the recommended amount, and give it a few weeks before you judge the effect. Changing one variable at a time is the only reliable way to see what is actually making a difference — and to spot anything that doesn't suit your horse.
Keep simple notes on coat, droppings, behaviour and general way of going. If you compete, always check the current rules of your governing body, as some herbs (valerian is a common example) are prohibited in competition.
Which Horse Straights Direct products do we recommend?
- Turmeric (from £10.00) — one of the most popular straights on the yard and great value to trial.
- Apple Cider Vinegar (from £10.87) — a traditional daily liquid that mixes easily into feed.
- Flax Oil (from £16.16) — an omega-3-rich oil traditionally fed for coat shine and condition.
- MSM Powder (from £24.06) — a single-ingredient straight many owners feed alongside a mobility routine.
- Mobility Blend (from £23.63) — a ready-mixed option if you'd rather not combine straights yourself.
- Seaweed (from £13.51) — a natural source of trace minerals for everyday feeding.
Prices are the lowest in-stock option at the time of writing; a few lines sell quickly, so exact availability is shown on each product page.
Care, feeding and related collections
Straights work best as part of a considered feeding plan. If you'd like to compare Horse Straights Direct with other brands, or find a ready-made option for a specific goal, these collections are a good next step:
- Everyday Horse Supplements — vitamins, minerals and daily maintenance.
- Horse Joint Supplements — mobility and joint-focused options across brands.
- Horse Digestion Supplements — gut and hindgut support.
- Horse Respiratory Supplements — airway and breathing support.
- Fly Sprays & Repellents — natural and conventional fly protection for summer.
- All Horse Supplements — browse the full supplement range.
Horse Straights Direct: your questions answered
What are "straight" supplements?
A straight is a supplement made from a single, clearly named ingredient — one herb, seed, oil or powder with nothing else added. It lets you feed exactly what you want and adjust one thing at a time, rather than relying on a mixed product where you can't tell which component is doing what.
How much do Horse Straights Direct supplements cost?
In-stock Horse Straights Direct products at Just Horse Riders currently range from about £7.35 for a herbal treat up to around £33.74 for the larger herb packs, with most single straights and support blends sitting between £10 and £25. The exact price for each size is shown on the product page.
Should I choose a single straight or a support blend?
If you know the one ingredient you want to add, a single straight is the simplest and most economical choice. If you'd prefer a ready-made mix aimed at a particular area — such as calming, mobility or hoof — a support blend combines several relevant straights in one scoop so you don't have to measure them separately.
How do I introduce a new straight safely?
Add one new ingredient at a time, build up gradually to the recommended daily amount, and allow a few weeks to assess the effect. Keep forage as the foundation of the diet and monitor coat, droppings and behaviour. If your horse has a health condition or is on medication, check with your vet before feeding anything new.
Are any of these herbs banned in competition?
Some herbs — valerian is a well-known example — are prohibited under the rules of many governing bodies. If you compete, always check the current regulations of your discipline's authority before feeding any herbal supplement, and allow appropriate clearance times.
Is UK delivery free?
Yes — UK delivery is free on orders over £50, with next-day dispatch available on eligible items ordered before 4pm. Orders are covered by our 90-day returns policy.
Straightforward feeding advice from the Just Horse Riders team — last reviewed 12 July 2026. Supplements support a healthy, forage-based diet and are not a substitute for veterinary advice.