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Farming

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» In The Event of an Emergency (September 2010)
by Vicki Schmidt
...t of the back of a trailer going down the interstate make their way around the Internet, I’m reminded that, “It can happen to anyone.” Maybe not that particular incident, but, suffice to say, everyone of us at one time or another ha...

» “Dad, Can I Have a Pony?” (August 2010)
by Vicki Schmidt
... PHOTO BY KIMBERLY STOCKWELL-MORISON. ...

» Too Hot to Work the Horses? (July 2010)
by Vicki Schmidt
... When working in hot or humid weather, take extra breaks and, if possible, rest in the cooler air of shaded areas.Photo...

» Risk Reduction for Your Horse and Barnyard (May 2010)
by Vicki Schmidt
... Make sure gates and barriers at the ends of hallways will not invite danger. Bones and flesh break before most chains. ...

» Arriving Soon? (April 2010)
by Vicki Schmidt
...stress in our lives, we decide to breed our mares. If all goes well, the mare is confirmed in foal and you sit back thinking the world is a dandy place. A thoughtful friend even gives you the book “Blessed are the Broodmares.” You sit dow...

» Brush Box Derby (March 2010)
by Vicki Schmidt
...closer, I’m reminded that nothing compliments a warm day and my favorite ton of muddy equine better than a bucket of good brushes. I decided last fall I was going to invest in some new brushes for the coming year. I knew it wouldn’t be my...

» Don´t Skimp on the Dental Details for Your Draft (February 2010)
by Vicki Schmidt
... PHOTOS BY VICKI SCHMIDT. Poplar branches and logs a...

» Working Relationships (January 2010)
by Vicki Schmidt
...know beyond a doubt that, you can have it all. Whether hobby, passion or lifestyle, draft horses add a dimension to one’s life. There is no better working relationship than a draft that knows its job, and a teamster that believes in them. Ident...

» Winter Weathering for Drafts (December 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt

Considerations for the colder season

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Considerations for the colder season

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» Fat for Your Draft (November 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt

Friend or Foe?

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Friend or Foe?

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» Draft Horse Hoof Care 101 (October 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
...lizes in draft horses and hosts a resident farrier, we’re often asked the difference between trimming a draft horse and a light horse. In our experience, the trimming techniques are the same. The only differences are individual to the particula...

» Horseshoe Savvy (September 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
... PHOTOS COURTESY OF VICKI SCHMIDT With proper nutrit...

» Hay for Your Drafts (August 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
...es one pay special attention to the weather and nice hayfields this time of year. To those of us who know the work and skill that goes into making the perfect bale of hay, there’s not much more unsettling than seeing a prime fiel...

» Salt Sense for your Working Draft (July 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
...eir working horse’s diet, but few know the need for salt is only surpassed by the horse’s need for water. Loss of feed efficiency, dull coats, sluggish performance and a depressed immune system are the most commonly noted clinical signs...

» Hints on Horse & Harness (June 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
...idt. Something as simple as two teammates sharing a “hello” is enough to tangle lines, bits and other equipment. There’s an old saying that the...

» History 101: Drafts in America (May 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
... Photo Courtesy of Circus Krone.DE. An antique poste...

» Draft Decisions (April 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
... Photos by Vicki Schmidt. A load of loose hay to last the farm a day or two is easily hauled in with a team of drafts. Fly control is often needed during s...

» Draft Decisions (March 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
...ile most people who log or farm with horses have a favorite breed, the truth is that a good horse is never the wrong breed. While preferences and priorities are key, knowledgeable horsemen will tell you a good horse is never the wro...

» Draft Facts (January 2009)
by Vicki Schmidt
...ne focusing on draft horses. Drafts remain an important part of this Northeast region; historically, they were the original tractors that made all work possible. While not nearly as common as your everyday 60 hp tractor these ...

» Is Horse Logging for You? (March 2008)
by Vicki Schmidt
How to avoid and plan for the hazards
...How to avoid and plan for the hazards...