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KDA announces updates to animal health regulations 

According to the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Animal Health Spring 2025 newsletter, there have been updates to several regulations for horses and livestock.   KDA updated several animal health regulations after recently considering stakeholder input. Those regu... Read More

Looking at a horse in person and trying it out by riding it more than one time, if possible, can help ensure a good fit between horse and rider. (Photo by Shawn Deering)
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USDA announces HPA final rule postponement, AHC reacts 

75th Anniversary, Ag News, Cow Calf, Crops, Dairy, Equestrian, Equipment, Hay Range Pasture, Horses, Lacey Vilhauer, Looking Back, Moving Forward, Machinery, Poultry, Sheep and Goats, Swine

The transformation of barns over time 



K-State hosts beam signing at new event center

Ranch horses need a forage-based diet for their health, energy and overall performance. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Why forage is the cornerstone of a working ranch horse’s diet

The Kansas Department of Agriculture and the American Paint Horse Association hosted a trade delegation from China in October who visited Kansas and Nebraska to source high-quality horses for the growing equestrian market in China. (Photo courtesy of Kansas Department of Agriculture.)

Paint horses focus of Chinese trade delegation visit to Kansas, Nebraska 

Horse drinking water (Photo: iStock - hunnicutt2004)

Water: the most important nutrient

Is it you or the farrier?

Horses are a key part of beef cattle operations across Texas. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Documentation a must in an emergency 

Equine disease alerts remind owners to be vigilant about vaccinations 

Looking at a horse in person and trying it out by riding it more than one time, if possible, can help ensure a good fit between horse and rider. (Photo by Shawn Deering)

How-to guide for buying a horse