Recent News for Nutrition
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Equine Electrolytes, Exercise, and the Heat
August 21, 2012
Always ensure horses are consuming their baseline sodium, potassium, and chloride requirements each day.... Read More
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Effects of Selenium Source on Mares and Foals
August 19, 2012
Foals of mares consuming organic selenium had higher blood selenium concentrations than other foals.... Read More
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'Cup' Feeder Slows Horses' Consumption Rate, Reduces Waste
August 14, 2012
Researchers found that a specially designed feeder can slow horses' rate of consumption and reduce feed waste.... Read More
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Plan Ahead to Reseed Pastures Best Results
August 14, 2012
The ideal time to reseed depends on the type of forage a producer selects.... Read More
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Alternative Fiber Sources for Horses
August 12, 2012
Hay cubes, complete feeds, and forage byproducts can help horse owners stretch their hay supply if needed.... Read More
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MSU to Host 2012 Grazing School Sept. 12-13
August 11, 2012
Many grazing strategies will be discussed during a two-day grazing school at the Lake City Research Center.... Read More
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Drought Damage Dangers: Nitrates and Mycotoxins
August 11, 2012
Horse owners might be concerned about the potential for an unsafe feed supply this year due to the drought.... Read More
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Study Evaluates Horses' Voluntary Consumption of Teff Hay
August 05, 2012
When horses were not given a choice of forage, teff hay intake was no different than timothy hay intake.... Read More
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Rotational Grazing: Time it Right for Optimal Pastures
August 03, 2012
Rotational grazing allows horses to graze one section of pasture while other sections recover.... Read More
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Cost-Efficient Feeding
August 01, 2012
Forage analysis and judicial use of concentrates and supplements can help you get the most bang for your buck... Read More
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Forage-Only Diet for Performance Horses Evaluated
August 01, 2012
Recent study results suggest that forage-only diets could hold benefits for performance horses.... Read More
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Toxin Topic: Blue-Green Algae Poisoning
July 28, 2012
Most animals exposed to these algae toxins die suddenly. Treatment is supportive care based on clinical signs.... Read More
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Drought, Heat Push Horse Feed Costs Skyward
July 27, 2012
With no end to the drought and heat in sight, owners might have to rethink what they feed their horses.... Read More
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Identifying and Managing Acute Rhabdomyolysis in Horses
July 25, 2012
Understanding equine acute rhabdomyolysis can help ensure affected horses receive appropriate veterinary care.... Read More
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UKVDL 2012 Forage Nitrate Testing Guidelines
July 24, 2012
Nitrate accumulation in forages is a real concern this season due to current drought conditions.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Johnsongrass
July 23, 2012
Johnsongrass is a coarse-textured perennial grass that grows well in pastures, gardens, fields, and roadsides.... Read More
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Horse Owners Challenged by Heat, Drought
July 18, 2012
Many horse owners are contemplating hay and feed availability with the persistent heat and ongoing drought.... Read More
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Equine Environmental Stewardship Courses Scheduled
July 17, 2012
Penn State Extension has announced the dates and times of a four-part equine environmental stewardship course.... Read More
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Keeping Pastured Horses Safe during Drought
July 15, 2012
Drought-related toxicity is horses are rare but typically has serious consequences if it occurs.... Read More
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Forage-Based Total Mixed Rations: Economical and Effective
July 13, 2012
Forage-based total mixed rations (TMRs) can offer an economical and effective horse feed option.... Read More
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High Blister Beetle Numbers Reported in Texas
July 09, 2012
Reports indicate a higher than usual number of blister beetles, which are toxic to horses, in some areas.... Read More
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Lecture on Chemical Free Pasture Weed Control Scheduled
July 08, 2012
The weed control lecture, hosted by the University of Maryland, will take place July 19.... Read More
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Revise Equine Management Strategies for Hot, Dry Weather
July 05, 2012
Take stock of their pastures and consider other management options, such as providing horses with hay.... Read More
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Managing Horses During Drought
July 04, 2012
Drought conditions pose unique health care and management challenges for horse owners.... Read More
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Electrolyte Use in Performance Horses
July 03, 2012
Electrolytes can help increase equine performance when supplementing a balanced diet.... Read More
