Equine-Related News

Animal Care and Well-Being: Facts Not Fiction-Workshop April 1-3, in Indianapolis, Indiana

This meeting is an ideal time for producers, animal health and management professionals, animal agriculture extension specialists and all individuals involved in animal agriculture - cattle, swine, sheep, goats, poultry and equine - to gather in one place, exchange information and take an in-depth look at animal care and well-being.

National Hay Shortage Problems

Agriculture experts around the country are warning hay farmers and buyers to watch for scams amid at feed shortage and resulting high prices.

Penn State's Myers Trains Wild Mustang

Suzanne Myers has been selected to train a wild mustang and compete in the Midwest Mustang Challenge in April in Madison, WI.

CHAPS Members Attend National Convention

Thirteen members of CHAPS attended their national convention; Kristina Pry and Jolie Demchur received national recognition.

Winter Care For Your Horse

Posted 09-Oct-07 Water for the horse during cold weather is too often overlooked. The water may freeze up making it inaccessible to the horse. Mature horses need about 10 gallons of water a day.

Youth Recognized for Achievements in Pennsylvania 4-H Horsemanship Skills Program

Several Pennsylvania youth were recently recognized for their achievements in the Pennsylvania 4-H Horsemanship Skills Program.

Staniar Joins Penn State Equine Faculty

Staniar brings a strong background and wide experience in the Thoroughbred industry, and will provide leadership in both research and undergraduate programs.

US Will Start Microchipping Throughbred Racehorses

The microchipping of thoroughbreds in the US is set to begin, with the Jockey Club now offering microchips for sale. Microchips are not currently a requirement for thoroughbred registration and participation is voluntary.

University Horse Information Hot Line-HorseQuest Races into the Information World

HorseQuest Races into the Information World: If you're into horses, you're going to love eXtension's HorseQuest!