Pastures

Popular Posts from this Topic

Washington Horse Farm Uses Rain Gardens ...

Jul 16, 2015

Spring Liming of Horse Pastures

Apr 10, 2015

You and Your Horse Can Become Environmen...

Apr 22, 2019

Summer Pasture and Horse Health: Tips fo...

Jul 20, 2011

Transitioning Your Horse to Outdoor Living

by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Aug 7, 2022

Horses on all-day pasture have more opportunities than stalled horses to meet their ethological (behavioral) needs, researchers say. Here are some things to consider and tips for making the switch.

The Benefits of Grazing Horses at Night

by Alayne Blickle | Aug 3, 2022

Grazing horses at night can help keep them at a healthy weight and reduce their sugar intake.

Equine Innovators: Does How You Manage Your Horse Farm Make Sense?

by Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director | Jun 30, 2022

Dr. Steve Higgins of the University of Kentucky optimizes daily barn tasks for efficiency, cost savings, and environmental soundness.

For some horses, overingesting certain grasses can lead to laminitis, a painful, life-altering hoof disease that can be fatal in severe cases. Learn more about managing these horses and their pastures.

Transitioning Horses To Spring Pastures

by Clair Thunes, PhD | Mar 14, 2022

Abruptly putting a horse on pasture can lead to colic or laminitis. Here’s advice to help avoid health problems.

Horse Hay Q&A

by Alayne Blickle | Feb 28, 2022

Is one grass hay variety more palatable than another? Should I feed my horse the first or second cutting of hay? Equine nutritionists answer these questions and more about this essential forage.

How To Prevent Fescue Toxicosis in Broodmares

by The Horse Staff | Jan 19, 2022

Fescue toxicosis can cause pregnancy losses and reduced reproductive efficiency in mares. Learn more in this visual guide! Sponsored by Dechra Veterinary Products.

Warmer Weather Might Impact Early-Foaling Mares’ Pastures

by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment | Jan 16, 2022

Warm, wet winter weather could lead to higher ergovaline concentrations in pastures, putting broodmares at risk for fescue toxicosis.

Winter Can Mean Poor Footing for Horses

by University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment | Jan 14, 2022

Mud in horse turnouts can create topsoil erosion, increase soil compaction, and cause slip-and-fall injuries to horses. Here are options to reduce mud on your horse property.