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By the time summer rolls around, many of us have settled into a comfortable routine of longer rides, greener pastures, and more time outside with our horses. Since the biggest flush of spring grass has passed, it’s easy to assume the risk of pasture-related health issues has passed, too. But …
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, July 16, 2026 — A pasture full of green grass can be a welcome sight for livestock owners, but what grows in the field does not always tell the full story of the nutrition available to animals. Because pasture conditions change throughout the year, veterinarians can help producers …
In between expos lately, I’ve been reading biographies of famous explorers. Whether you’re hauling to a trail ride, rodeo, clinic, or moving horses across the state, every trip begins long before you turn the key. The safest journeys aren’t a matter of luck—they’re the result of good preparation, thoughtful horsemanship, …
One minute you’re enjoying a quiet ride through the trees, and the next your horse has spotted something you never even noticed. Every trail rider has experienced that heart-skipping moment when a harmless stump, fluttering bird, or rustling branch suddenly becomes the scariest thing in the woods. While no horse …
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) requirements, imposed under EPA emissions standards since around 2010, were supposed to deliver cleaner air through Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems. In reality, they have created a cascade of failures—faulty sensors, sudden derates, shutdowns, and skyrocketing maintenance—that plague farmers, ranchers, truckers, and equipment operators. These headaches …
Hi, today the U.S. Forest Service began rounding up wild horses in the Mono Basin of California. The horses are bound for holding pens in Alturas, California and the roundups put the animals at risk for entering the slaughter pipeline. The roundups began despite efforts from members of the Utu …
Settling into a New Life in Colorado Horse Country After nearly 1,500 miles on the road, we had finally arrived in Colorado. The horses were unloaded, the living quarters became our temporary home, and the boxes seemed endless. While the journey itself was behind us, the real work was just …
After a long winter of hay, mud, and shorter days, turning horses back out onto green pasture feels like the official start of spring. It’s one of those simple seasonal moments we all look forward to—watching horses stretch their legs, lower their heads, and enjoy fresh grass again. But as …
For many riders, going downhill can feel more intimidating than climbing up. A steep descent has a way of making even experienced horse people sit a little straighter, grab a little more rein, and start thinking about everything that could go wrong. And honestly, when either horse or rider loses …
There’s something about that first stretch of green pasture after a long winter that makes both horses and their people happy. After months of hay, mud, and shorter days, it’s hard to resist opening the gate and letting them graze to their hearts’ content. As exciting as spring turnout is, …
