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"Horse Sense" Youth Equine Farm Safety Course Now Available: Equine Farm Safety Training: Improving Safety For Youth Working on Horse Farms. Expand your knowledge of horse safety practices by taking this free online course...; More...

HorseQuest Learning Lesson: Horse Hay: Learn more about selecting quality hay for horses with this new learning lesson.; More...

HorseQuest Learning Lesson: Horse Adult Leader Training and Educational Resource: eXtension’s team of horse experts have developed a new resource for horse leaders working with youth. Check out the HALTER lesson today!; More...

The Foaling Mare: Preparations and Process: Anxiously awaiting the arrival of a new foal? Prepare for the big day by reading about broodmare management and newborn foal care.; More...

Optimizing the Horse Industry Labor Force: Examine equine business hot topics, such liability, working with youth and volunteers, and farm safety practices in this free online training program.; More...

Protect Your Barn and Horses from Disease: Learn more about prevention, protection, and proactive ways of minimizing disease risk in your horse facility.; More...

Cold Weather Feeding Practices for Horses: Prepared by Dr. Robert A. Mowrey, Extension Horse Husbandry SpecialistDuring cold weather, the horse requires additional energy to maintain its internal body...; More...

Horses Learning Lessons: eXtension's team of horse experts have developed specialized lessons to provide the most complete information about horse care and management. Check them out...; More...

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April 15, 2013: HorseQuest Learning Lesson: Horse Hay

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