Oklahoma Emergency Management Wildfire Situation Update 2
As wildfires rage across the Oklahoma Panhandle, Governor Kevin Stitt declared a State of Emergency Wednesday for three Oklahoma counties (Beaver, Texas, and Woodward) due to ongoing wildfires and fire weather conditions. The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM), a government organization, has been activated — as of Thursday, February 19th, they advise a red flag […]
American Horse Council Letter to the University of California Board of Regents
February 15, 2026 Comments Off on American Horse Council Letter to the University of California Board of Regents
From the American Horse Council: The American Horse Council has formally sent a letter to the University of California Board of Regents urging transparency and reconsideration of UC Davis’ decision to downgrade its varsity equestrian team.As a premier land-grant university, UC Davis has long celebrated its agricultural roots and its leadership in animal science, veterinary […]
Continue reading …UC Davis Equestrian Riders Sue School over Team Losing DI Status
February 12, 2026 Comments Off on UC Davis Equestrian Riders Sue School over Team Losing DI Status
On February 11, 2026, Fox 40 in Sacramento, California, reports that “current and future members of UC Davis’ equestrian team are suing the school after learning the squad would be demoted to club status next season.” Read the story by Fox 40 journalist Brett Stover: UC Davis equestrian riders sue school over team […]
Continue reading …Reining Horse Foundation Mobilizes to Support Reining Community Impacted by Winter Storm
February 4, 2026 Comments Off on Reining Horse Foundation Mobilizes to Support Reining Community Impacted by Winter Storm
January 29, 2026 by NRHA For Immediate Release – January 29, 2026 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Donations will help provide critical assistance to horse owners facing storm-related hardship. In response to the widespread winter storm Fern that caused significant hardship across several states, the Reining Horse Foundation (RHF) is positioned for its Crisis Fund to assist reining community members […]
Continue reading …Parrish Quarter Horses Welcomes Cochran Quarter Horses to Pavo, Georgia
February 4, 2026 Comments Off on Parrish Quarter Horses Welcomes Cochran Quarter Horses to Pavo, Georgia
For Immediate Release February 4, 2026 Pavo, Georgia — Parrish Quarter Horses is pleased to welcome Cochran Quarter Horses to Pavo, Georgia! Parrish Quarter Horses and Cochran Quarter Horses will continue to operate as independent programs while sharing the same facility. This collaborative environment allows both operations to share knowledge and expertise, further strengthening […]
Continue reading …Commissioner Sid Miller Activates TDA Relief Efforts for Producers Impacted by Winter Storm Fern
January 29, 2026 Comments Off on Commissioner Sid Miller Activates TDA Relief Efforts for Producers Impacted by Winter Storm Fern
January 28, 2026 For Immediate Release AUSTIN — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today announced that the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has activated relief efforts to assist producers, ranchers, and agribusinesses affected by Winter Storm Fern. Miller is also urging Texans and organizations statewide to support recovery efforts through donations to the State of Texas […]
Continue reading …Important Status Update: Horse Protection Act Regulations
January 28, 2026 Comments Off on Important Status Update: Horse Protection Act Regulations
From the American Horse Council: WASHINGTON, D.C., January 28, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) today announced that it will postpone the effective date for the Horse Protection Amendments final rule. Previously scheduled to take effect on February 1, 2026, several provisions of the rule have […]
Continue reading …FDA Approves First Generic Drug for Control of Clinical Signs of Equine Cushing’s Disease
January 20, 2026 Comments Off on FDA Approves First Generic Drug for Control of Clinical Signs of Equine Cushing’s Disease
January 9, 2026 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zygolide (pergolide tablets) for the control of clinical signs associated with Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) in horses. PPID is also known as Equine Cushing’s Disease, an endocrine condition affecting the pituitary gland of horses. Zygolide contains the same active ingredient (pergolide) as the […]
Continue reading …Happy Engagement to Sofia Roberts and JR Pickard!
January 17, 2026 Comments Off on Happy Engagement to Sofia Roberts and JR Pickard!
“‘Why do we have to listen to our hearts?’ the boy asked. ‘Because wherever your heart is, that is where you will find your treasure.’”—Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist. The Equine Chronicle family would like to wish a very happy engagement to Sofia Roberts and JR Pickard! May your engagement serve as the beginning to a long […]
Continue reading …UC Davis Equestrian Team Petitions for Reinstatement of D1 Team
January 12, 2026 Comments Off on UC Davis Equestrian Team Petitions for Reinstatement of D1 Team
UC Davis has announced big changes to their sport sponsorship team for 2026-2027, and the changes blindsided the equestrian team and all involved. Ada Hirschfeld, a rider on the UC Davis Equestrian Team, says, “This decision doesn’t just affect our team, it impacts the entire horse industry by limiting pathways for riders, trainers, vets, and […]
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