Exciting News from the BHF Board of Directors
The BHF Board of Directors has some very exciting news!!! June Rhea has purchased Raylan Givens and his BHF Slot from Jeff and Joy Stehney. Joy Stehney will remain on the BHF Board of Directors in an advisory position. Vicki Livasy has purchased a slot from the BHF Board of Directors. Vicki’s new stallion, JLR […]
NC Lawmakers Mandate Excused Absences for Students Who Ride or Work on a Farm
September 9, 2026 Comments Off on NC Lawmakers Mandate Excused Absences for Students Who Ride or Work on a Farm
The horse community raved about the welcome news from AQHA earlier this year regarding an initiative providing a pathway for requesting excused school absences for eligible Texas students competing at AQHA-approved events. ICYMI: https://www.aqha.com/-/game-changing-partnership-opens-new-doors-for-texas-youth-competing-at-aqha-events Following on its heels, hopefully in a new trend that’s here to stay, Raleigh News & Observer reported on September 4, […]
Continue reading …Queen Of The Crowns: A Short Film Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Legendary Hatmaker Shorty Koger
September 8, 2026 Comments Off on Queen Of The Crowns: A Short Film Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Legendary Hatmaker Shorty Koger
15-Minute Short Film to Premiere October 1 at the All American Quarter Horse Congress, followed by an open to the public release October 10. COLUMBUS, OHIO — OCT 1— Queen of the Crowns, a new 15-minute short film celebrating the extraordinary life, artistry and enduring legacy of legendary Western hatmaker Shorty Koger, will make its […]
Continue reading …Nationwide Recall Alert for Two Lots of Adequan Canine & Two Lots of Adequan IM Equine
August 6, 2026 Comments Off on Nationwide Recall Alert for Two Lots of Adequan Canine & Two Lots of Adequan IM Equine
August 3, 2026: RECALL ALERT per American Veterinary Medical Association: American Regent, Inc. Animal Health is conducting a nationwide recall of two lots (25011 and 3369) of Adequan® Canine Injection (for dogs), 100 mg/mL 5mL multi-dose vials and two lots (24416 and 25265P) of Adequan® i.m. Injection (for horses), 500mg/5 mL single-dose 5mL vials to […]
Continue reading …Secretary Rollins Visits Douglas Port of Entry, Announces $25 Million Commitment for New Arizona Sterile Fly Dispersal Facility
July 30, 2026 Comments Off on Secretary Rollins Visits Douglas Port of Entry, Announces $25 Million Commitment for New Arizona Sterile Fly Dispersal Facility
Secretary Highlights USDA’s Readiness Ahead of Douglas Port Reopening and Continued Aggressive Response to New World Screwworm (Washington, D.C., July 29, 2026) – Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins visited the livestock inspection facilities at the Douglas, Arizona, Port of Entry, joined by Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), Rep. Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Rep. Eli Crane […]
Continue reading …VRH Classes Added to 2026 Gold Coast & 2027 Gulf Coast Showbills
July 28, 2026 Comments Off on VRH Classes Added to 2026 Gold Coast & 2027 Gulf Coast Showbills
From An Equine Production: Attention Ranch exhibitors! After many requests, the VRH ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch reining, and ranch conformation classes have been added to both Gold & Gulf Coast showbills! Both can be found online using the links below. Gold Coast: https://www.anequineproduction.com/florida-gold-coast Gulf Coast: https://www.anequineproduction.com/florida-gulf-coast
Continue reading …FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Drug for Short-Term Prevention of New World Screwworm in Horses
July 16, 2026 Comments Off on FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Drug for Short-Term Prevention of New World Screwworm in Horses
For Immediate Release, July 15, 2026: To advance the Trump administration’s actions to safeguard American agriculture, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Ivermectin Liquid for Horses (ivermectin oral solution) for the short-term prevention of New World screwworm (NWS) infestations (myiasis) in horses. The product is authorized for use […]
Continue reading …Independent Audit Released of UC Davis Equestrian Team Financial Records
July 13, 2026 Comments Off on Independent Audit Released of UC Davis Equestrian Team Financial Records
By UC Davis News and Media Relations Staff, July 13, 2026 The University of California, Davis’ Audit and Management Advisory Services (AMAS) today released its independent audit of the financial records related to the NCAA Division I Women’s Equestrian program, which transitioned to a club sport on July 1, 2026. Women’s Equestrian Program Audit The University of […]
Continue reading …Horse Owners Should Begin Stocking up on Hay Now Before it’s Too Late
July 8, 2026 Comments Off on Horse Owners Should Begin Stocking up on Hay Now Before it’s Too Late
Lexington, Ky.— Horse owners are encouraged to pay close attention to hay this summer. Experts and producers across the region are sounding the alarm: This year’s first hay cutting came up much shorter than normal, and horse owners who don’t plan ahead could find themselves in a tough spot this fall and winter. “We’re in a […]
Continue reading …Pete Kyle Named AQHA Director of Officials
July 7, 2026 Comments Off on Pete Kyle Named AQHA Director of Officials
Experienced horseman and former AQHA leader returns as director of officials. The American Quarter Horse Association is pleased to welcome Pete Kyle back to AQHA as its new director of officials. Kyle returns to the Association with decades of experience as a professional horseman, business owner and industry leader. His extensive background in horse shows, judging and event […]
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