Livestock - Horses

Horses Information

Grazing News - equine newsletter 06/09

Master Equine Manager Program

The Master Equine Manager Program provides in-depth training to selected horse enthusiasts in order to increase the knowledge and skill in equine science, care and training. The purpose of the program is to develop a cadre of knowledgeable equine managers to assist ISUE in conducting educational programs and activities, to increase the quality, competitiveness and economic potential of the Iowa horse industry, and to develop a volunteer network for Youth and 4-H/FFA horse programs.

Master Equine Manager Level 1 Training is scheduled for the fall. There are six internet sessions and two days of interactive "hands-on" activities.
Master Equine Manager Level II Programs are listed below.

September 14th - Equine Business Management

The ISU Equine Business Management Short Course is designed to assist producers in the starting and running an equine enterprise. The program will cover a variety to items that must be considered before you launch your equine enterprise as well as guidelines for those already running an equine business. Marketing is an essential part of a strong business plan. Key marketing points will be discussed that will allow for success in targeting your business among a diverse group of audiences

October 23rd - Biosecurity of Your Horse Farm

The ISU Equine Biosecurity course is a program designed to help you manage health and reduce risks of disease on your farm. Topics to be covered include disease and parasite control, metabolic problems, risk factors for infectious disease, and managing disease outbreaks at events and farms

Iowa 4-H and Youth Information

4-Her's, Horse Youth, Coaches and 4-H Leaders - The Iowa 4-H Horse Advisory Committee invites you to tune in to Adobe Connect sessions with information on various 4-H equine opportunities. These webcasts are for anyone wanting to watch; parents, 4-H'ers, volunteers, Extension Staff, etc. Presentations from February, March, and May can be heard at /4H/Agriculture/livestockhandbookhorse.htm
Iowa Video Library
Iowa 4H Guide to Bits
Rules and Regulations for 4H Equine Shows in Iowa
Additional 4-H and Youth Horse Information

Jamboree Events

Hippology is the study of horses. The contest tests youth on their understanding of equine science and management and their ability to apply that knowledge in practical ways. There are four members per team or youth can participate as an individual. Parts of the contest include identification of horse equipment and stations at which youth answer questions on colors, breeds, nutrition, health, behavior, etc. Senior youth must take a written examination and senior teams must answer an oral team problem. The winning senior team represents Iowa at the Western Nationals in Denver. Practice hippology stations and answer sheets are listed below.
Horse bowl is an educational experience for both participants and spectators. Each team consists of 4-5 members, four of whom compete at one time. The contest is divided into two parts, with the one-on-one part of the competition making up the first half and open questions making up the second half. All questions are taken from approved sources, all relating to horses or participation in equine related activities. The winning senior team represents Iowa at the Western Nationals in Denver.
2008 Junior Quiz Bowl Questions
2008 Senior Quiz Bowl Questions
2007 Junior Quiz Bowl Questions
2007 Senior Quiz Bowl Questions
- References for Quiz Bowl