UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
What measures should be adopted to better protect the health and well-being of race horses? The equine industry is deeply invested in safeguarding the health and well-being of horses and jockeys. Race track accreditation, changes in race day… Read More
Carissa Wickens, Ph.D., assistant professor, UF/IFAS, Equine Extension Specialist is Looking out for Florida’s Springs! Learn how a research project about horse waste in collaboration with the District’s FARMS program could help protect the springs. Watch video… Special recognition… Read More
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — How can we improve the health and welfare of horses and cattle? That will be a big question on the minds of the veterinarians, animal scientists and livestock breeders from the United States and Brazil… Read More
On Saturday, April 6 and Sunday April 7th, eight 4-H’ers competed in the State Hippology Contest for the first time! These youth have been training all year in this horse science educational contest. The contest is two full… Read More
Saundra TenBroeck, Ph.D. is featured in a WalletHub’s article about 142nd Kentucky Derby. More…
We are ditching the cooler weather of winter and jumping in to the beginning of our warm-season. Spring is the time to be focusing on prepping your pastures for optimal grass production. Hopefully in the past year you… Read More
Horses may be beautiful animals, but like everyone, they poop. A lot. “A 1,000 pound horse can produce 10 tons of manure and stall waste each year,” said Mary Lusk, assistant professor of soil and water sciences with… Read More
Join us for this exciting event at the Baker County Fairgrounds! You can purchase tickets HERE!
Equine Laminitis Laminitis is caused by disruption of the blood flow to the laminae tissue, a connective tissue that holds the pedal (coffin) bone to the hoof wall. After enough of the laminae tissue has died, the coffin… Read More
Horse Vaccinations There are many vaccinations available for horse owners to better protect their animals from diseases. In the fact-sheet below, a general description and guideline is given for common vaccines, but owners should always consult their veterinarians… Read More
