House Narrowly Passes 2018 Farm Bill
Pat Raia
June 22, 2018
Amid Congressional strife over immigration issues, the full U.S. House of Representatives approved the Farm Bill, by a narrow margin earlier this week.
Amid Congressional strife over immigration issues, the full U.S. House of Representatives approved the Farm Bill, by a narrow margin earlier this week.
The BLM said off-range pastures are a cost-effective and efficient for managing costs while providing the public with opportunities to view wild horses in a natural setting.
Fans are being blamed for igniting a barn file that claimed the lives of eight horses in North Carolina.
About 7% of tested equids were positive for the presence of antibodies against Besnoitia, the first time researchers have detected such antibodies in European equids.
Ann Arnold, previously convicted of horse abuse, has been sentenced to serve one year in jail for failing to obtain veterinary care for a horse in her care.
Researchers have learned that, over the millennia, many mammals—horses included—adapted to climate by getting smaller.
Investigators are hoping to determine whether the mare’s injury was accidental or caused by a human.
Organizers say the racecourse manager certification will help train a new generation of professionals to support racing surface safety and consistency.
New industry rules intended to improve horse welfare by decreasing whipping frequency might actually go against the principles of operant training and, specifically, negative reinforcement, one equitation scientist says.
DNA testing is still available to determine DNA types and perform parentage testing.
The livestock heat index can help producers know when animals, including horses, are at risk for heat stress and require extra resources to combat and withstand the conditions.
Degeneration involves changes in the discs’ color, texture, and integrity due to age and possibly use, researchers said.
Many Thoroughbreds start racing at 2, but Justify didn’t make his first start until he was 3 and won the Triple Crown. Does this mean we shouldn’t start racing horses until they’re older? An equine surgeon and lameness specialist weighs in.
As a result of heavy rains and increased mosquito populations, officials are encouraging owners to ensure horses are vaccinated against EEE and WNV.
Attendees gained insight on how the horse industry can learn from other industries, utilize data that has been collected, and capitalize on opportunities to grow and expand equine interests.
Equine recurrent uveitis, or ERU, remains a timely, expensive, and unrewarding disease to treat due to recurrence, loss of vision, and loss of use.
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