Managing Horse Farms

Well managed horse farms have:

A productive pasture with plenty of grass and few weeds.
Almost no mud.
All nutrients (manure and stall waste) generated by horses recycled to feed the pasture or removed from farm and recycled.
Healthy horses free of problems associated with standing in mud and manure.
Happy owners who are able to conveniently feed and care for their animals without dreading the chore.



To key to managing hrse farms is to recognize that horses, grass, manure, soil, and water are all connected. How you manage one affects the others.

For example, when-where-how long your animals graze affects grass regrowth, weed growth, and safety of well water. How you deal with water runoff affects your horse's health, nearby streams, and your own enjoyment of the farm.

By managing each aspect of the horse farm well, you get greener pastures, less mud, healthier horses, and more personal satisfaction.