University of Minnesota

The Equine Genetics and Genomics Laboratory at the University of Minnesota is conducting a study to determine the genetic mechanisms associated with equine muscle disorders and how diet and exercise affect them.

Four topics will be covered relating to equine health and management during the University of Minnesota conference.

This research showed that legumes are high in nutritive value, yield well, are a preferred forage option for horses, and should be considered as a viable grazing option for horses with increased energy and nutritional needs.