The article highlights the growing trend of "cowgirl-cations," women’s retreats hosted at ranches and resorts across the U.S. that blend traditional Western activities like horseback riding, rodeos, and line dancing with wellness, creativity, and skill-building workshops. These retreats offer...
Since its 2023 launch, the Agricultural Consortium and Teagasc’s Farm Apprenticeship Programmes have significantly transformed agricultural education in Ireland, expanding rapidly from 98 farms to over 200 registered employers by 2025. Building on this success, Teagasc aims to introduce...
The Central Valley Fire District has launched a new large animal rescue program following a complex horse rescue, aiming to better handle emergencies involving large animals. Meanwhile, Montana agriculture faces potential impacts from changes to the Waters of the...
A 13-year study of Icelandic horses at Cornell found that early-life exposure to Culicoides midges, which cause a severe allergic skin reaction, significantly reduces the likelihood of developing hypersensitivity later. Horses exposed to the allergen from birth showed no...
Missouri's journey to legalize sports betting culminated in a highly anticipated launch on December 1, 2025, following nearly 13 months of regulatory preparation. The rollout featured eight major online sportsbooks, including BetMGM, DraftKings, FanDuel, and Caesars, with a smooth,...
The American Agri-Women (AAW) has created a Lawfare Advisory Council to address the growing legal challenges faced by agricultural producers, recognizing that individual farmers cannot withstand costly, coordinated legal attacks alone. This Council acts as a centralized support system,...
