Recent News for Nutrition Basics
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New Tool Detects Effects of Endophytic Alkaloid Consumption
May 19, 2013
Researchers tested Doppler ultrasonography to detect vasoconstriction due to endophytic alkaloid consumption.... Read More
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Digestive Capacity in Weanling and Mature Horses Studied
May 15, 2013
Researchers compared the digestibility of a high-forage diet when fed to weanling versus mature horses.... Read More
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New Method for Scoring Sweat Losses in Horses Proposed
May 13, 2013
Researchers believe different sweating patterns can help estimate how much sweat horses lose during exercise.... Read More
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Selenium Status' Impact on Equine Antioxidant Factors
May 12, 2013
Researchers recently evaluated selenium status' impact on antioxidant factors in mature horses.... Read More
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Insulin Resistance and Iron Overload
April 23, 2013
How can you reduce iron overload in horses that already are insulin resistant and have foundered?... Read More
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Spring Horse Feeding Considerations
April 05, 2013
Consider your horse's diet when helping him make a smooth transition from winter to spring.... Read More
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CHRB Okays Purina Feeds Based on Investigation
April 04, 2013
Based on Purina's investigation, the CHRB says vendors can supply any product milled on and since March 27.... Read More
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33rd Annual Alfalfa Conference Recap
March 29, 2013
This year’s conference focused on hay production for the horse and other high-quality markets.... Read More
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CHRB Issues Warning About Purina Sweet Feed
March 25, 2013
The CHRB said it concluded some sweet feed products contain zilpaterol, a prohibited substance for racehorses.... Read More
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Differences in Urine
March 05, 2013
My two horses' urine output is very different in smell and color. What could be causing this?... Read More
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Endophyte-Infected Fescue Seeds' Effects on Equine Exercise Recovery
February 28, 2013
Researchers say endophyte-infected tall fescue seed consumption could negatively affect exercise recovery.... Read More
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Researchers Identify Link between Insulin Resistance, Iron Overload
February 26, 2013
Researchers speculate that elevated iron (ferritin) levels are a significant risk factor for IR onset.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Buckhorn Plantain
February 24, 2013
Buckhorn plantain is widespread across North America and is a common plant in various pastures and turf.... Read More
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UK's Horse Pasture Evaluation Program Identifies Kentucky Pasture Trends
February 21, 2013
With almost 130 evaluations performed, the program has a large data set about Kentucky horse pastures.... Read More
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New Online Feed Resources Listing can Help Michigan Horse Owners
February 21, 2013
Due to the 2012 drought, some owners are having difficulties finding feed sources for their horses. ... Read More
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TRF Launches Fifth 'Haydrive' Campaign
February 16, 2013
The fifth annual "Haydrive" campaign will help fund hay costs for the TRF's 950 retired racehorses.... Read More
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Colic Researchers: Tight Junctions Crucial in Gut Function
February 01, 2013
A research team is examining how infectious disease and inflammation impact cells in the horse's gut.... Read More
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Central Kentucky County Agents Host Pastures Please! Workshop
January 26, 2013
This year's program will feature advice about minimizing the risk of laminitis in grazing horses and more.... Read More
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Using Mature Hay for Bedding: Potential for Tall Fescue Toxicity
January 24, 2013
Ergovaline levels over 200 ppb (parts per billion) in mature hay can cause fescue toxicity in pregnant mares.... Read More
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Microbiomes: It's All About Balance
January 23, 2013
Veterinarians are starting to understand the complexity and diversity of equine microbiome.... Read More
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Managing Weeds in Kentucky Horse Pastures
January 21, 2013
A perusal of most Kentucky horse pastures will uncover about 20 plant species, many of which are weeds.... Read More
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Five Tips to Keep Horses Healthier this Winter
January 20, 2013
Get winter horsekeeping tips from Michelle Harris, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, of the University of Pennsylvania.... Read More
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Effects of Soaking on Protein, Mineral Loss in Hay
January 17, 2013
Soaking hay can cause protein and mineral loss, depending on the time submerged and water temperature.... Read More
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Link Identified between Tree Seed and Seasonal Pasture Myopathy
January 16, 2013
Seeds from box elder trees were consistently present in the autumn pastures of all horses studied.... Read More
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Equine Feed Oat Project Awards Inaugural Oat Research Grant
January 14, 2013
Laurie Lawrence, PhD, of the University of Kentucky will receive funding for a two-year research project.... Read More
