Although we picture a robust stallion or a brood mare in a lush green pasture, such a backdrop isn't reality for many, if not most horse owners.
Most horse pastures are far less than lush.
However, establishing and maintaining productive pastures isn't a difficult process. By following a few simple steps, most pastures can become lush, green, and quite productive. So, if you own five horses, you will need ten acres of pasture to adequately take care of their needs. One acre of productive grass could easily produce that amount of forage. But, on a short, thin pasture it may take 12-15 acres to produce 6,000 pounds of forage.