More than 460 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, "How do you manage mud around your barn?"

Results were as follows:

• We use footing (crushed gravel, shredded wood products, etc.) in high-traffic areas: 65.23% (302)
• We have a water diversion plan around the barn: 45.36% (210)
• We have a manure management program for the pastures: 36.29% (168)
• We overseed our pastures: 16.63% (77)
• Other: 15.77% (73)
• We use geotextile fabric with footing: 6.91% (32)
• All of the above: 5.40% (25)

(Multiple selections allowed)

Readers shared their mud management tips in the comments below