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Man on a horseHands on Horses

This is a 1-day hands-on approach to gaining knowledge associated with equine management. 

This course will be taught on March 24th in Starkville at the MAFES Horse Unit.

For more information, please contact Dr. Clay Cavinder at clay.cavinder@msstate.edu.

 

Management 101: Ranch Horse Series

This is a 6-week course (Tuesday evenings from 6-9 pm) that will be taught outside of Batesville starting March 27.  

Horse Management 101 is a program aimed to provide horse interested persons with the management and training skills necessary to promote successful practices. Topics will be discussed in a lecture setting and complimented with hands-on riding and training techniques. Lecture topics will address numerous aspects of equine businesses, while training topics will cover the basics needed to promote effective communication between horse and rider.

 

Youth Horse Judging Camp

We will be having a 3-day youth camp for kids age 12-18 who are interested in developing the skills needed to be successful competitors in horse judging contests. This camp will address all aspects of judging (Western, English, Halter, and Reasons) and be done so in a fun and inviting atmosphere. No matter if the child is brand new to judging or a seasoned veteran, all will gain knowledge and experience. Live judging contest with awards will wrap up the 3-day event. Date for this camp is June 1-3! Itinerary and more information to come.

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Horses have been part of Mississippi State University programs for years in teaching, research and the student equestrian team, but breeding has not been a significant aspect until recently. In the eight years he has been with MSU, Clay Cavinder, Extension equine specialist, has made equine breeding and sales a priority. The average price for yearling and 2-year-old horses has increased steadily over the years to $8,600 in 2022.

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