University of Maryland Breeding Program on Hiatus
The University of Maryland equine breeding program is on hiatus until a more sustainable funding model can be developed.
Industry News & Information
Wilson and Dowers Go Head to Head at Road to the Horse 2019
For the first time, two past Road to the Horse Champions will go head to head in a battle for the 2019 World Championship of Colt Starting title.
UofL’s Equine Program Seeks Galbreath Award Nominations
Nominations are open for the 29th annual John W. Galbreath Award, which recognizes outstanding entrepreneurship in the equine industry.
A Home For Every Horse Spotlight: Organization Update
Seven years after its founding, "A Home For Every Horse" (AHFEH) continues to be a labor of love, helping to match in-need equines with "forever" homes.
Application Period for 2019 T.I.P. Awards Now Open
The application period for horse shows to apply for Thoroughbred Incentive Program (T.I.P.) awards in 2019 is now open.
Steaming Soaked Hay is Essential for Horses on Low Non-Structural Carbohydrate Diets
Soaking hay for 10 minutes can increase bacterial content by 150 percent; steaming that hay virtually eliminates fungi, yeast, bacteria and respirable particles.
American Farmland Trust Releases New Report on Loss of Farmland
Eleven million acres of the country's best farmland was among the 31 million acres lost between 1992 and 2012.
Research Survey on Effect of Indoor Arenas on Horse and Human Health
A UK graduate student is surveying horse owners, managers and riders on aspects of indoor arenas as they relate to horse and human health.
Townend Beats Jung at Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event
Oliver Townend of Great Britain beat three-time defending champion Michael Jung to win the four-star event.
Jung On Top After Cross-Country at Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event
Praise for the course, designer and horses for the cross-country phase of the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event.
AHC Announces Safe Sport Code of Practice
The American Horse Council (AHC) is pleased to announce the adoption of a Safe Sport Code of Practice.
46 Horses Move to Dressage at 2018 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event
The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event is the nation's premier three-day event.
Zoetis Launches #MyVetIsCore Sweepstakes
Horse owners invited to share why their veterinarian is core to horse health for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card.
UHC’s Operation Chip Program to Expand
The Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC) said it will expand the Operation Chip program to equine rescues wishing to chip horses.
Mustang Heritage Foundation Rundraiser Is Coming
The Mustang Heritage Foundation is hosting the Player’s Choice Casino Night, September 7, at the Will Rogers Equestrian Center in Fort Worth, Texas.
House Natural Resources Committee Approves RNR Act
The House Natural Resources Committee approved the Recreation-Not-Red Tape (RNR) Act, which gives a boost to recreational riders on public lands.
Discovery Lease Prize at 2018 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event
Land Rover North America returns to Kentucky Three-Day Event for its first year as title sponsor.
State Breakout Equine Economic Impact Studies Now Available
Fourteen states are broken out from AHCF’s Equine Economic Impact Study.
Equine Non-Profits Granted More Than $130K by USA Equestrian Trust
The Trust is now accepting proposals from IRS-registered equine non-profit organizations for its 2018 grants program.
AHC Webinar on Microchipping Horses
The American Horse Council will have a webinar on equine microchipping on May 14.
American Horse Council Appoints New Time To Ride Marketing Firm
The American Horse Council is pleased to announce that Martino Flynn, LLC, of Rochester, New York, has been selected to manage and market the Time To Ride program for 2018.
Kentucky Equine Research Named Official Equine Nutritionist of the FEI WEG Tryon 2018
Kentucky Equine Research will coordinate importing, controlling and distributing feed, forage and bedding at the 2018 WEG.
T.I.P. Non-Competition Award Applications Available
Applications are now available for awards focused on non-competitive Thoroughbreds.
Merck Animal Health Announces Perform with Prestige Sweepstakes
Horse owners can win a horse trailer and other prizes to help their horses “Perform with Prestige.”