New Fact Sheet: New World screwworm

While it’s been decades since the New World screwworm has been in Texas, it’s top of mind for many. Read the updated fact sheet from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts for key information.

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  • Publication
    Horse owners can take steps in the management and care of horses, facilities, and equipment to minimize the risk of theft. This publication explains 15 ways to prevent horse theft....
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    Permanently identifying horses can deter theft and help prove ownership. This publication discusses hot-iron branding, freeze branding, electronic identification, lip tattoos, and using photographs, illustrations, parentage verification, and brand registration...
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    Texas continues to have the highest number of horses (approximately 767,100) in the United States according to the American Horse Council’s (AHC) 2017 economic impact study. This coupled with the...
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  • Course
    ...reasons for horse judging competitions. This includes delivery strategies, detailed breakdowns, and example sets that demonstrate a polished delivery and effective structure. Who is This For? Horse judging competitors Equine...
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    Whether you grew up with horses or simply have always loved them from afar, you can learn a lot in the horse project! This project offers activities in horsemanship, horse...
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  • Program
    The summer of 2022 will be the 50th year of Summer Horsemanship Schools in Texas! This fun and educational opportunity serves to strengthen the foundation of horsemanship and develop advanced...
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  • Course
    ...their judgments, but they will give you example horses for you to test what you have learned. Among other things, participants will learn about horse judging topics including: Halter horse...
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    Texas is home to about 1 million horses, the majority of them working horses, competitive event horses and pleasure/recreational riding horses. For owners of horses that have completed their growth,...
  • Tools and Apps
    Sometimes it’s hard for horse enthusiasts to find equine professionals, businesses or events. The Texas Horse Help mobile app was created as a free service to the Texas horse community...
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  • This program is designed to offer practical and beneficial management tips to owners and managers of the working ranch horse. Participants will gain insight into topics such as nutrition, disaster...
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