Recent News for Farm and Barn
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Weed of the Month: Wild Carrot
August 25, 2012
Mild neurotoxicity to horses was reported in Europe but is not considered a serious threat in North America.... Read More
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Watch Drought-Stressed Pastures for Fall Armyworms
August 23, 2012
While fall armyworm is a pest of cattle and horse pastures, it should not affect horses.... Read More
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Equine Infectious Anemia Outbreak Hits Western Canada
August 15, 2012
More than 70 horses on 22 premises in Western Canada have tested positive for EIA thus far in 2012.... 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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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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Creating a Sacrifice Area for Horses
August 11, 2012
Creating a sacrifice area can help protect horse pastures from wet weather or overgrazing.... Read More
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Equine Guelph can Help Plan for a Profitable Equine Business
August 05, 2012
Equine Guelph is offering a 12-week equine business management course this fall.... 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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New Queensland Hendra Virus Case, Human Exposure Confirmed
July 30, 2012
At least five people were exposed to the hendra-positive horse before he died on July 27.... Read More
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New York Confirms First Equine EEE Case of 2012
July 30, 2012
The 8-year-old gelding, who became sick and died on July 23, had no vaccination history.... Read More
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Two Horses Euthanized on Hendra-Quarantined Property
July 27, 2012
The horses reportedly became ill and showed nervous signs before being put down at the owners' request.... Read More
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Extension Celebrates 100 Years of County Agents
July 24, 2012
Extension agents have been providing unbiased, research-based information to Kentucky farmers for a century.... Read More
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Horse Pasture Management Seminar Scheduled for Sept. 8
July 24, 2012
The day-long seminar on horse pasture management on Sept. 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.... 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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Equine Tracheal Mucus Associated with Airborne Particulates
July 23, 2012
Athletic horses exposed to airborne particles could experience enough mucus buildup to limit performance.... Read More
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Study: Antibiotics Might Protect Horses during Transport
July 19, 2012
Study finds giving antibiotics before long-distance transport could reduce fever and decrease airway bacteria.... Read More
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New Hendra Case Identified in Rockhampton, Qld.
July 19, 2012
A foal died after contracting hendra. Two other horses and two dogs remain on the now quarantined property.... Read More
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Ask the Vet LIVE: Traveling Safely with Horses, July 31
July 18, 2012
Veterinary panelists will answer questions on keeping horses safe, healthy, and comfortable while on the road.... 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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Hendra Quarantines Lifted in Ingham and Rockhampton, Qld.
July 14, 2012
The properties where there were confirmed cases of hendra virus in May were released from quarantine July 12.... Read More
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Use Caution when Driving or Following Horse Trailers
July 12, 2012
Exercise caution when hauling horses or when driving near trucks and trailers to keep horses and humans safe.... 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
