Speedi-Beet Feed 44 lb - Quick Soak 95% Sugar Free Beet Pulp

Our review of Speedi-Beet feed finds it best suited for horse owners who need a fast, low-sugar fiber source that supports hydration and gut health. The biggest reason to buy is practical: these pre-cooked beet pulp flakes soak to a sloppy mash in under 10 minutes, so they remove the prep time barrier common with traditional beet pulp. For horses prone to laminitis, Cushing's, or those that need non-heating slow-release energy, Speedi-Beet offers a convenient, palatable alternative to molassed feeds and a reliable carrier for supplements or medication.

Key Features

• Ready to serve: Flakes are cooked to soak in about 10 minutes, saving time compared with conventional beet pulp that can require many hours of preparation.
• Low sugar and starch: Formulated to be about 95% sugar free and very low in starch, making it safer for horses that must limit simple carbohydrates.
• Hydration support: Soaked Speedi-Beet expands to hold roughly five times its weight in water, helping horses that drink poorly or need extra fluid in their ration.
• Digestible energy: High in soluble fiber and pectins, it provides non-heating, slow-release energy through hindgut fermentation.
• Versatile supplement carrier: Can be fed in small amounts to deliver supplements or medications, or in larger amounts as a weight-gain aid alongside balancers.

Who It's For

Speedi-Beet is aimed at owners of horses and ponies that need a safer fiber option: animals at risk of laminitis, those with metabolic issues, or creatures that become overly excitable on high-sugar feeds. It also fits yards where preparation time is limited and staff need a feed that hydrates quickly.

Owners looking for a complete feed or a high-starch performance concentrate should look elsewhere; Speedi-Beet is intended as a fiber replacement or supplement rather than a sole concentrate. It complements forage and compound feeds when controlled energy release and gut-friendly fiber are desired.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Very quick soaking time makes daily preparation easy for busy yards.
• Low sugar and low starch composition reduces risk for laminitis-prone horses.
• High palatability and soluble fiber content support hindgut fermentation and beneficial bacteria.
• Useful as a carrier for supplements or to help increase hydration when soaked.

Cons

• Not a complete feed on its own, so it must be balanced with forage, balancers, or compound feeds for full nutrition.

Specifications

Product form	Pre-cooked beet pulp flakes
Net weight	44 pounds
Sugar content	Approximately 95% sugar free
Starch	Very low starch
Soak time	About 10 minutes to sloppy mash
Hydration capacity	Expands to hold around 5x its weight in water
Main benefit	Slow-release, non-heating energy and soluble fiber

Our Verdict

Speedi-Beet is a practical, cost-effective fiber supplement for horses that require low-sugar, easily digestible energy and for yards that need a fast-soaking feed. It is good value when used as a partial forage replacement or supplement carrier, especially for laminitis-prone or metabolically challenged horses, but should be paired with appropriate balancers for complete nutrition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Speedi-Beet replace hay entirely?
It is best used as a partial replacement for forage and hard feed, not as the only forage source; combine with balancers or forage for full diet balance.

How long does it take to soak?
Speedi-Beet soaks to a sloppy mash in about 10 minutes due to a unique cooking process that produces quick-soak flakes.

Is it safe for laminitis-prone horses?
Yes; its very low starch and about 95% sugar-free composition makes it a safer fiber option for horses prone to laminitis when fed appropriately.