Peterson Named UK Ag Equine Programs Director
Edited Press Release
October 11, 2016
Mick Peterson, MS, PhD, an authority on racing and equestrian surfaces, will begin his new role in January 2017.
Design and maintain a healthy horse operation
Mick Peterson, MS, PhD, an authority on racing and equestrian surfaces, will begin his new role in January 2017.
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