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Cinco cosas que debes saber sobre El Niño
El Niño brings warmer waters to the Pacific, affecting rainfall patterns and potentially disrupting riding plans and pasture growth for horse owners.
Rodrigo Pessoa Is Still Winning at La Silla, 30 Years On
Rodrigo Pessoa continues his winning streak at Club Hípico La Silla, a venue with rich show jumping history, proving his skill remains top-notch after three decades. This could inspire horse owners and riders to mark their calendars for events there.
Multifactorial Considerations for Poor Performance in Western Sport Horses
Review your horse's respiratory health, muscles, nervous system, and metabolism if performance has dropped.
Parasite Control for Today’s Horses
Review current deworming practices with your vet to combat resistance and keep your horses healthy.
Solar drying towers could reduce food waste, researcher says
A new solar drying tower can help preserve excess farm produce, potentially saving horse owners from throwing away fresh hay and reducing costs.
Dangerous heavy rains are getting more likely and widespread
Dangerous heavy rains are becoming more frequent, which could disrupt riding plans and strain barn management practices for horse owners.
War Harms the Environment. Can a Peace Treaty Repair the Damage?
The end of a long conflict in Kurdistan has raised concerns about environmental damage and recovery, which could impact local horse owners and equestrian activities if pollution or habitat loss affects nearby areas.
Flooding in Chicago Is Getting Worse. Here’s Why.
Chicago's flooding is set to worsen due to heavier rainfall linked to climate change, impacting horse owners with potential disruptions to riding plans and increased concerns about barn safety.
Can a Mare’s Personality Change After Her First Foal?
Dr. Nancy Diehl discusses how a mare's behavior can shift post-first foaling, which could impact training and handling for horse owners.
Archaeologists recreate Pompeii victim using AI technology
Archaeologists used AI to bring to life a Pompeii survivor who protected himself with a terracotta bowl as he fled the volcano.
How the Rush to Mine the Metal of the Future Echoes America’s Colonial Past
Mining for lithium, a key material in electric vehicles, is expanding into areas like South Dakota’s Black Hills, potentially impacting local ecosystems and communities. Horse owners should stay informed about these developments as they could affect land use near their stables.
What the US Could Learn About Mining on Indigenous Peoples’ Ancestral Lands
Many Native American lands may be targeted for lithium mining, which could impact horse owners and barn managers if projects proceed without consulting local tribes.