About The Farm

Kentucky, otherwise known as “The Bluegrass State,” got this nickname due to the species of Kentucky bluegrass found in pastures throughout the state.

The Bluegrass region is a geographic region in the state of Kentucky, mostly the north central part of the state characterized by underlying fossiliferous limestone, dolomite, and shale of the Ordovician geological age.  Hills are gently rolling, and the soil is highly fertile for growing pasture, which is why this region has been a center for breeding and raising quality livestock through the years, especially horses.

Melinda Farms lies directly within this region.

Thanks to the surrounding geologic conditions, the Bluegrass region has inherited the ideal 2:1 calcium to phosphorus ratio required for producing strong bones. The limestone that can be seen along our highways is a direct result of calcium from marine fossil remains, combined with phosphorus from mountain erosion. As rain and surface water trickles through the water-soluble limestone, the underground reservoirs become saturated with calcium and phosphorus creating the perfect 2:1 ratio.

With every sip of water, and every blade of grass Melinda Farms horses consume, they benefit from the exact nutritional profile they need to develop into strong, healthy race horses.