Manure is an inevitable part of owning a PA horse farm, and what to do with all the stuff is a problem farm owners and managers face daily. What’s the best way to dispose of horse manure, and what are the most environmentally-friendly manure management practices to adopt? And just what is a manure management… [Read More]
Going Green: Tips For Your Horse Property
by Brigita McKelvie Many are looking for ways to save our earth and environment by going green. Those of us with horse properties can take these simple steps to help preserve this earth. Compost horse manure.Composted horse manure makes great fertilizer. It has lots of nutrients in it. Local gardeners are more than happy to… [Read More]
Spring Is Here! Time To Get Your PA Horse Farm Ready For Better Weather
After what seems like an endless winter, we are finally starting to see some warmer temperatures here in Eastern PA. The trees are beginning to bud, daffodils are poking their heads out of the soil, and there’s mud everywhere! It’s time to do all the chores you’ve been waiting all winter to get done. If… [Read More]
Penn State Extension Presents Parasite Lecture Series
Horse and farm owners in Eastern PA are well-acquainted with the dangers and annoyances of the parasites that can plague our equine friends. From intestinal worms and biting flies, to mosquitoes, to ticks, parasites can be a serious problem. They spread disease, make horses sick, and are an overall nuisance. Learn To Control Parasites This… [Read More]
Penn State to Offer Manure Management Workshop to Pennsylvania Farm Animal Owners
Pennsylvania requires all farm animal owners to have a written manure mangement plan in place. This includes ALL livestock owners, no matter how many farm animals you may have. Even if you own just one mini, you MUST have a plan. In case anyone should complain, you can show that you have one in place. … [Read More]
Farm Manure Management Workshop Offered By Penn State Extension
Did you know that ALL farms in Pennsylvania that generate or use manure MUST have a manure or nutrient plan for their farm? That’s right! Any farm that has a concentrated animal operation is required to have a certified planner prepare a nutirent management plan for their farm. A farm with over 8… [Read More]