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Equestrians: We’re more similar than we are different

Published on March 30, 2017
If we spend more time focusing on our similarities rather than our differences, we might all learn a little something about different horse breeds and riding styles.
Five things to stop saying now to improve your upcoming horse show season

Published on March 29, 2017
Start your 2017 horse show season on a positive note by eliminating these five phrases from your vocabulary.
Cribbing in horses

Published on March 28, 2017
Understand the equine habit of cribbing.
Michigan 4-H alum Izzy showcases her passion for fashion on this season’s Project Runway: Junior

Published on February 14, 2017
A Michigan 4-H'er is living out her childhood dream at the young age of 16. She was a contestant on season two of the reality show "Project Runway: Junior," currently airing on Lifetime TV.
4-H Challenged Me helps kids make a new connection

Published on February 10, 2017
A new peer-to-peer Michigan State University Extension Michigan 4-H program is giving mild to severely disabled children from Lapeer, Macomb, Tuscola and Sanilac counties the chance to show livestock at the Eastern Michigan State Fair.
40th Annual 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic weekend was a success

Published on February 8, 2017
Read more about an event-packed weekend for equine enthusiasts at the MSU Pavilion.
Make plans to practice livestock biosecurity at your fair

Published on February 1, 2017
Tips and best practices for preparing and handling biosecurity at your fair.
Veterinary Feed Directive impact on youth exhibitors

Published on December 9, 2016
New Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) requirements begin Jan. 1, 2017, affecting all livestock producers—including youth.
Steps to developing a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship

Published on December 9, 2016
Be prepared for the unexpected when raising animals by developing a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship.
Ten things under $5 you need in your horse show bag

Published on December 8, 2016
Can you say stocking stuffers? Consider these 10 perfect stocking stuffers under $5 for the horse lover in your life.