Horses

Equine Extension

According to the 2022 Census of Agriculture, Missouri is home to over 75,000 horses on 14,000 farms. Here you will find resources for horse handling, training, evaluation, lameness, nutrition, and pasture management.

Livestock Judging Techniques

Miniature and Hunting Mules of Missouri

Inbreeding: Its Meaning, Uses and Effects on Farm Animals

Heritability and Its Use in Animal Breeding

October 7, 2025 - October 21, 2025

Small pasture & livestock management series

Making hay to reduce ergot infestation

July 10, 2025

Missouri 4-H'ers explore equine careers across 5 states, Canada

June 25, 2025

Youths test equine knowledge at State 4-H Hippology Contest

March 31, 2025

4-H'ers shine at State Horse Judging Contest

March 11, 2025

Stephanie Schindler

Extension Engagement Specialist

Brenda Schreck

Field Specialist in Livestock

Rhonda Shafer

Field Specialist in 4-H Youth Development

Programs