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Hello Lori,
Thank you for your patience. There is so much conflicting information about vetch, that I recommend that you not feed it. It appears to be safe for ruminants (cows, sheep, goats, llamas, etc.) but not for horses. Apparently it is fed in other countries without consequence. But, when given a choice, horses seem to avoid it. Therefore, I recommend you avoid it, as well.
All the best,
Dr. Getty 
Author of Feed Your Horse Like A Horse
Thank you in advance,
Lori
Where are you from? Bayfield, CO