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NCHA Futurity Horse Sales See a 5-Year High
As proof that the economy is on the mend, the 2012 NCHA Futurity Sales, as reported by Milt Bradford of Western Bloodstock, had the highest overall average and the highest overall percentage of horses sold since 2007. Â
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Beef in 27 Countries Being Tested for Horse Meat
After a meeting with health ministers from European Union nations, EU Health Commissioner Tonio Borg gained support for DNA testing of meat products throughout the continent. âThe tests will be on DNA in meat products in all member states,â Borg said
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Bill Introduced to Prohibit Slaughter of Horses for Human Consumption
The ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), the Animal Welfare Institute, The Humane Society of the United States, Humane Society Legislative Fund, veterinarian Dr. Nick Dodman and 17-year-old equestrian Brittany Wallace wil
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Bills to Protect Farm Workers before Legislature
With two recent heat-related deaths, legislators in the state of California are working to pass two bills that would allow farm workers to protect themselves from excessive time working in hot conditions with access to timely breaks, a water supply and be
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New All-Industry Advisory Council Formed by KHC
The Kentucky Horse Council today announces the formation of the Kentucky Breed & Discipline Council (KBDC).
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Bio-digester May Solve Horse Manure Problem
A meeting to be held on Monday, Sept. 17, in Ventura, California will address the creation and use of a bio-digester facility that uses natural bacteria to convert animal waste, garden trimmings and food wastes into three useful byproducts: methane gas fo
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New Android App Released - Equine AcuPoints
Tallgrass Publishers, LLC. just released the new Android Version of their Equine AcuPoints App. People can go to The Android Market to download this version to all phones and tablets running Android OS 1.5 and higher. 8 MB of available space is required t
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New Equine Nutrition Service Established
The Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Cavalor have worked together in partnership to setup the "Equine Nutrition Service" launched on December 28 at Jumping Mechelen.
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Breyer Adding New and Exciting Horses to Collection
Breyer Animal Creations® will be introducing many new and exciting horses to its collection in 2013, and is releasing a select few as a âsneak peekâ in 2012!
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Breyer Introduces Horse Racing Sensation Black Caviar
Black Caviar, Australian Champion Thoroughbred racehorse, unbeaten in 22 race starts is the highest rated sprinter in the world. She has become an international sensation by shattering records and delivering unrivalled performances on two continents!