Driving through Marion County, “Horse Capital of the World”, even in the depths of winter I am amazed at the beauty of the large commercial farms located here. A particular topic of interest to me and one that… Read More
Saturday afternoon May 2, 2009 just prior to the 135th running of the Kentucky Derby, much attention was given to the fact that “Mind That Bird” was hauled 1,700 miles in a horse trailer pulled by a pickup… Read More
Like the cornerstone of a building or the wheels of an automobile, the feet and legs serve as the foundation of the horse. Uniquely designed to support weight, resist wear, absorb tremendous shock, provide traction and assist in… Read More
It all started as I was getting ready to take my daughters and their two horses out of state (South Georgia) for another youth rodeo. I spent most of Friday morning running around town, filling up my truck,… Read More
Even though horses are faster, stronger, and more competitive (as a whole) than at any other time in history, equine reproductive efficiency is the lowest of all domestic animals. For owners and managers whose primary concern is “settling”… Read More
“What is causing these large mounds of dirt in my pasture and how do I get rid of them? One of my yearlings stepped in one of the holes and twisted her ankle. I’ve tried dragging the pasture,… Read More
Florida’s ranches are home to more than just the intended livestock, a lot of endangered species seek shelter and food amongst these lands. A lot of these animals act as keystone species and their protection is vital to… Read More
The horse has been and still is a symbol of: courage, strength, speed, pride, death, war and even the passage of time and human life. In mythology, the Sun is said to be drawn in his chariot by… Read More
Bahiagrass (Paspalum notatum Flugge), is adapted to climatic conditions throughout Florida and can be grown on upland well-drained sands as well as the moist, poorly-drained flatwoods soils of peninsular Florida. In Florida, bahiagrass is used on more land… Read More
