Forage Quality, Feeding Strategies Workshop Sept. 19
Edited Press Release
August 29, 2015
Lecture topics will include forage types, efficient forage use, hay production and quality, and more.
Lecture topics will include forage types, efficient forage use, hay production and quality, and more.
Creeping Charlie, or ground ivy, is toxic, but generally horses must consume large quantities for a reaction to occur.
Rotational grazing is a recommended pasture management “best management practice” to increase pasture productivity and prevent overgrazing and soil compaction. This technique guarantees fresh grass for your horses for a longer period of time during the growing season.
Fall is a good time to evaluate pastures’ quality and develop a weed management plan for the coming year.
Now is the time to identify sycamore trees around horse pastures and reduce horses’ risk of consuming the toxic seeds.
Prevent these noxious and nuisance weeds from overtaking desirable grasses.
Find out how to prevent groundhogs, voles, and other pests from leaving horse-limb-sized holes in your pastures.
Are you still doing rotational deworming? Learn a new, better way to manage internal parasites in this visual guide!
Building or renovating a horse farm requires substantial planning, finances, and hard work, but we’re here to help.
An equestrian facility architect and a horse management expert answer your questions about designing and improving horse properties and farms.
Of the 1,036 respondents, 307 (30%) said they would design or redesign their horse barn if given the chance.
The topics on the agenda are related to pasture renovation and establishment and summer and fall grazing options.
Rutgers pasture experts will discuss grazing research comparing continuous and rotational grazing systems and more.
The plant was introduced into Florida in 1925 as a potential forage source but was found to be toxic to horses.
Carey Williams, MS, PhD, provides statewide leadership in equine nutrition, pasture management, and horse care.
The owners of this recently purchased 17-acre farm are incorporating rain gardens in paddocks and on a mountain trail course to help with mud control.
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