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 […]
Survey: How Age and Misconceptions Impact Colic Referral Decisions
July 29, 2026 Comments Off on Survey: How Age and Misconceptions Impact Colic Referral Decisions
July 1, 2026 By Kentucky Equine Research Colic remains the most common emergency attended by veterinarians and a focus of continued research. Many studies on colic risk factors, treatment options, and outcomes have been published over the past several decades. Despite these research efforts and attempts at disseminating the information gleaned from these studies, a recent survey reported that some owners […]
Continue reading …USDA Announces Phased Reopening of Southern Ports for Livestock Trade
July 26, 2026 Comments Off on USDA Announces Phased Reopening of Southern Ports for Livestock Trade
USDA Announces Phased Reopening of Southern Ports for Livestock Trade (Washington, D.C., July 24, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing a coordinated, phased reopening of southern cattle ports, contingent on Mexico’s adherence to the Joint Action Plan. Beginning August 24, 2026, USDA will open the Douglas, AZ port of entry to cattle […]
Continue reading …Lyme Disease In Horses: The Invisible, Expanding Threat Behind Vague Symptoms
July 24, 2026 Comments Off on Lyme Disease In Horses: The Invisible, Expanding Threat Behind Vague Symptoms
The horse isn’t quite right—but nothing clearly points to why. The lameness shifts, performance declines, behavior changes. Could it be Lyme disease?
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 […]
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From University of Minnesota Equine Extension Program: Poor air quality can be harmful not only to us but to our horses, too. Smoke from wildfires can irritate a horse’s respiratory system and cause fatigue, coughing, difficulty breathing, etc. You can monitor local air quality at www.airnow.gov. During periods of poor air quality, you can protect […]
Continue reading …Wild Rice Straw Bedding for Horses: Suitable for Respiratory Health
July 15, 2026 Comments Off on Wild Rice Straw Bedding for Horses: Suitable for Respiratory Health
By Kentucky Equine Research: While bedding and hay produce inhalable airborne particles that may compromise respiratory health of all horses, in horses with asthma, choice of bedding can be even more important. Recent research shows that wild rice straw, an agricultural byproduct available in some geographical regions, is a suitable bedding, similar to wood sawdust.* Various airborne particles can […]
Continue reading …The Latest News on New World Screwworm from AVMA
July 14, 2026 Comments Off on The Latest News on New World Screwworm from AVMA
The New World Screwworm is affecting more than livestock – pets are at risk, too, and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recently announced more than 30 confirmed instances in Texas and New Mexico, prompting warnings from veterinarians and humane societies that pet owners need to remain vigilant to protect their animals. Stay educated by […]
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From AAEP: Many horse owners have at one point or another gone to pick out their horse’s feet only to be met with a foul odor to the nose and the sight of black discharge. This is an infection of the frog called thrush, most often associated with a compromised, recessed frog and conditions that […]
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 […]
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