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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, …
In the wake of the current outbreak of New World Screwworm in the United States, US Equestrian has released this guidance document containing valuable information for horse owners. The guide includes an overview of the screwworm’s life cycle and challenges, prevention and treatment strategies, and what to expect at a USEF-licensed show. Please be …
Most horse people have imagined it at some point. A barn outside the back door. Horses grazing in the pasture. Room for an arena, hay storage, and maybe even a trail right off the property. Dreaming about the perfect horse setup is easy. Figuring out how to pay for it …
Most horses don’t need a huge pasture or a fancy barn to be happy. But they do need companionship. I learned that lesson years ago with a horse who had everything I thought he needed — good feed, turnout, shelter, and plenty of room to roam. On paper, it looked …
Veterinarian Dr. Jena Questen Shares How Positive Reinforcement Changed Her Approach to Horses—and Her Life When most horse owners think about training, they think about methods passed down through generations—lessons learned from parents, trainers, mentors, and friends. For veterinarian Dr. Jena Questen, founder of ResqRanch, a life-changing accident led her …
