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Climate fiction envisions the future of hurricanes and sea level rise
Climate fiction paints a picture of how rising seas and stronger hurricanes could impact coastal communities, including those with barns and stables, potentially disrupting riding plans and posing new challenges for horse owners.
‘Today was perfect’: Olympic horse brings his A-game at Luhmühlen Horse Trials
Julia Krajewski's horse, Uelzener’s Nickel, excelled in the dressage at Luhmühlen, showcasing top performance. For horse owners and barn managers, this highlights the importance of consistent training and care for optimal results in competitions.
Retiring with the sun on his back: British Speed Derby legend bows out to live with his friends after stellar career
Silver Lift, a champion of the British Speed Derby, is retiring to enjoy life with his friends. This news could affect local barns and riders who admired his performances, possibly inspiring upcoming races.
34 dust devils on Mars in 1 shot! Can you spot them all?
Mars Express captured an image with 34 dust devils visible. Can you find them all?
Find the key to your horse’s suppleness and core strength with this maze exercise in walk
Explore new ways to boost your horse's flexibility and core strength with a simple yet effective maze exercise. This walk-only activity helps maintain suppleness and can be done riding or in-hand, offering flexibility benefits for both horse and rider.
Small farmers need a better safety net, trade group says
Advocates call for improved support systems for small farms dealing with unpredictable weather patterns, which could impact horse owners by affecting local feed supplies and prices.
Solar surge: Good news stories on the renewable energy front
Solar power is rapidly expanding globally, offering cleaner energy options that can reduce utility costs for horse owners and barn managers.
Experts: Why carbon removal needs a ‘major scale up’ to return warming to 1.5C
Experts gathered to emphasize the urgent need for increased carbon removal efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C, crucial news for horse owners considering how climate change impacts pasture health and riding conditions.
For all of Earth, longest sunsets around the solstice
Sunsets stretch longer as the solstice approaches, offering equestrians and barn managers extra twilight hours to enjoy or prepare for.
James Bruggers, Who Brought Passion and Kindness to Environmental Reporting, Dies at 68
James Bruggers, a dedicated environmental journalist, passed away at 68 due to thyroid cancer. His work highlighted corporate pollution and advocated for environmental justice, inspiring many in the process. For horse owners and barn managers, his reporting on regulatory issues could offer insights into future changes that might affect your operations and riding plans.
Green Economy Hits $10 Trillion in Market Value
Green businesses are booming, reaching over $10 trillion in worth. This growth could offer new opportunities for sustainable practices at barns and stables.
Does the North Star ever move in the sky?
StableWeather notes that while Polaris, known as the North Star, appears fixed for navigation, it actually traces a small circle in the night sky daily due to Earth's rotation.