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On this episode, co-host Katy Starr chats with equine nutritionist, Dr. Stephen Duren, PhD, MS, PAS about feeding performance horses to reach their best potential, including:

• How do performance horses differ in energy requirements and how should they be fed to compete?

• Can or should we feed our horse before riding or exercise?  

• How often should we stop and take breaks when trailering to competitions?

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Scientific References:

~ 28:10 – Dr. Duren’s PhD dissertation about should horses be fed prior to exercise or riding – 

Duren, S.E., 1990. Blood flow distribution in fasted and fed ponies at rest and during endurance exercise. Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Kentucky. (https://www.proquest.com/openview/9198e5d2e43653b5fb781b04d1f32b20/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=18750&diss=y)

Additional Resources:

1. “Feeding the Performance Horse” blog post - https://www.standleeforage.com/standlee-barn-bulletin/feeding-performance-horses/

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On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr chat with guest, Dr. Krishona Martinson, Equine Extension Specialist at the University of Minnesota, to discuss her background and experiences with horses, and more in-depth details about her research including:

• What type of horses need soaked, steamed or wet hay?

• What can happen if hay is soaked for too long

• Does water temperature matter when soaking?

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Keep up with Dr. Krishona Martinson and the University of Minnesota Equine Extension Program on:

• University of Minnesota Equine Extension Program on Facebook
• University of Minnesota Equine Extension Program on YouTube
• University of Minnesota Extension Program Website

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Episode Topic Research Summary:

• Steaming horse hay to reduce the effects of mold and dust - https://extension.umn.edu/horse-nutrition/steaming-horse-hay-reduce-effects-mold-and-dust
• Soaking your horse’s hay - https://extension.umn.edu/horse-nutrition/soaking-your-horses-hay

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Scientific References:

~ 19:45 – Discussion about the research from Dr. Longland on hot vs. cold or warm vs. cold water for soaking and if the temperature matters – 

A.C. Longland, C. Barfoot, P.A. Harris, The Loss of Water-Soluble Carbohydrate and Soluble Protein from Nine Different Hays Soaked in Water for up to 16 Hours, Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, Volume 29, Issue 5, 2009, Pages 383-384, ISSN 0737-0806,

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2009.04.085.

(https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0737080609003505)

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On this episode, co-host Katy Starr and special guest Carmen Willmore, Extension Educator, discuss her background and personal experiences with profitably raising goats along with how to feed them, including:

• How much dry matter a goat needs to meet their nutritional requirements, depending on their life stage

• A hotly debated myth – will goats really eat anything?

• 3 helpful tips for new goat owners

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On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss a jam-packed episode on horse pasture management and grazing including:

• What toxic weeds we should be on the lookout for to protect our horses

• What can happen if horses are allowed to graze too early in the growing season

• Is our horse getting enough fiber if solely out on pasture?

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Notes:

4:20 – 

University of Minnesota Extension “Managing Established Horse Pastures” – https://extension.umn.edu/horse-pastures-and-facilities/managing-established-horse-pastures#maintain-soil-health-1327862

12:50 – 

University of Minnesota Extension “Plants Poisonous of Harmful to Horses” poster – https://www.facebook.com/UMNHorse/photos/a.182478971778089/8022905184402056/

23:58 – 

Penn State Extension “How to Make Rotational Grazing Work on Your Horse Farm” - https://extension.psu.edu/how-to-make-rotational-grazing-work-on-your-horse-farm

25:48 – 

University of Minnesota Extension “Constructing a High-Traffic Pad” video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXj_OHFrh2E

40:15 – 

Equine Resources and Support:

Dr. Cubitt and Dr. Duren - https://www.standleeforage.com/company/contact-us/

Penn State Extension - https://extension.psu.edu/animals-and-livestock/equine

University of Maryland - https://extension.umd.edu/programs/agriculture-food-systems/program-areas/animal-science/horses

Rutgers University Extension - https://esc.rutgers.edu/

University of Minnesota Extension - https://extension.umn.edu/animals-and-livestock#horse

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Additional Resources:

• “How to Avoid High NSC Intake for Horses in the Spring” blog post - https://www.standleeforage.com/standlee-barn-bulletin/how-to-avoid-high-nsc-intake-for-horses-in-the-spring/

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On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss:

• Different parts that make up the horse's digestive system

• How the digestive system can fail if not cared for properly

• What is MOST misunderstood by horse owners when it comes to feeding horses and their digestive systems

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On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr chat with Jason Stanger, Standlee VP Ag Resources about:

• What type of environment is ideal for growing high quality forage?

• How and why does Standlee use fertilizer and certain herbicides and pesticides?

• Does Standlee grow GMO alfalfa?

Jason manages all our Standlee farms and gives a behind the scenes peek into farming at Standlee Premium Western Forage. This is one episode you will NOT want to miss!

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On this episode, co-host Katy Starr chats with Cindra Kerscher, Program Coordinator with The Livestock Conservancy and Laura Marie Kramer, Director of National Accounts for Standlee and owner of La Bella Farm about:

• What the Livestock Conservancy is and how it helps livestock breeds that are threatened or at critical survival levels

• One of the most challenging experiences raising rare breeds

• How livestock producers and even those who are completely unexperienced with livestock can support the survival of these rare breeds

Have any topics you want to hear more about? Let us know at [email protected].

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Notes:

19:45 – 23 heritage sheep fiber profiles - https://livestockconservancy.org/get-involved/shave-em-to-save-em/heritage-sheep-fiber-profiles/

22:30 – Breed profiles for each species - https://livestockconservancy.org/heritage-breeds/conservation-priority-list/

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Why are heritage breeds endangered? 🤔

The Livestock Conservancy states that with modern agriculture favoring a few specialized breeds, traditional breeds have fallen out of favor. Small family farms where these breeds once thrived are disappearing at an alarming rate - and with them historic breeds are disappearing as well. 

Here is a list of species and breeds on their Conservation Priority list - https://livestockconservancy.org/heritage-breeds/conservation-priority-list/

Find Resources available from The Livestock Conservancy here - https://livestockconservancy.org/resources/

Learn more about the Shave ‘Em to Save ‘Em program here – rarewool.org

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Keep up with The Livestock Conservancy:

• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livestockconservancy/
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livestockconservancy/
• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYvZv_6T86qzHGvwrE086ZA
• Website - https://livestockconservancy.org/

Keep up with La Bella Farm:

• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LaBellaFarm/
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/labellafarmde
• Website - http://www.labellafarmde.com/

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On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss:

• What are the key nutrients that impact horse hoof health?

• Which types of horses struggle with hoof issues more than others?

• Are there any types of feeds or forages to avoid if a horse has hoof issues?

• Do you know what horse hooves and hair have in common?  

Listen to this episode to find the answers!

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On this episode, co-host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Stephen Duren, PhD, MS, PAS about:

• Why donkeys can eat straw, but horses shouldn't

• Do donkeys, mules and hinnies need cereal grains or concentrates?

• How donkeys and horses differ drastically with their water intake

We unpack the importance of why these species NEED to be fed and managed differently. Spread the wealth! Share this episode with your friends and colleagues who own donkeys, mules, or hinnies.

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15:05 - Wallace the Mule making history

***Minor correction – If you compete in dressage or own mules, you're probably well aware this isn't recent news, whoops! Wallace the Mule won the British dressage competition in 2018, not recently as mentioned in the episode. 

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On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss:

• When does a horse actually reach "senior horse" status?

• Can senior horses with poor dentition still graze and when does that change?

• How to know what type of forage, senior feed and supplements a senior horse needs

And so much more about feeding senior horses so they can keep living their best lives!

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Additional Resources:

1. “Feeding the Senior Horse” nutritional white paper - https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/nutritional-papers/feeding-senior-horse/
2. “Teff Grass Pellets to the Rescue” – nutritional white paper - https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/nutritional-papers/teff-grass-pellets-to-the-rescue/
3. “What is the Right Kind of Forage for Your Horse?” nutritional white paper - https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/nutritional-papers/what-is-the-right-forage-for-your-horse/

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