New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Second Monmouth County Horse Contracts Eastern Equine Encephalitis (TRENTON) – A 7-year-old horse in Monmouth County is the third reported case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a serious, mosquito-borne illness in …

The emergence of weeds in summer can present challenges for horse owners and hay producers. Reports by several New Jersey farmers indicate an increase in the prevalence of these weeds in the latter part of this …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Camden County Horse Contracts Eastern Equine Encephalitis (TRENTON) – A 12-year-old Camden County gelding is the second reported case in New Jersey in 2018 of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a serious, …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Monmouth County Horse Contracts Eastern Equine Encephalitis (TRENTON) – A 5-year-old mare in Monmouth County is the first reported case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a serious, mosquito-borne illness in horses, …

On Saturday, September 15, 2018, the Open Space Pace will be coming back to Freehold Raceway in Freehold, New Jersey for its 7th annual Parade and Festival! The Open Space Pace is a nonprofit organization …

Exotic Tick Species Found In Bergen County (TRENTON) – The USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) has confirmed that the Longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) was found at Soldier Hill Golf Course in Bergen County, making it …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University is hosting its annual "Summer Showcase" from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Wednesday, July 11 at the Equine Exercise Physiology Laboratory on College Farm Road …

NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO CELEBRATE MONTH OF THE HORSE Agriculture Secretary to Highlight Fair Winds Farm Program (TRENTON) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher along with state and local officials will celebrate the …

Following initial identification by the Center for Vector Biology at Rutgers University and the Hunterdon County Department of Health, the National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa confirmed on November 9, 2017 the finding …

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New Brunswick, N.J. – While it is commonly thought that human and animal interactions have a positive impact on both the human and animal, previous studies has only focused on the impact that Equine Assisted …

UPDATE: A Union County premises was placed under quarantine after a horse tested positive for equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM) caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).  Now a second horse has tested positive after showing an elevated …

A Union County premises was placed under quarantine after a horse tested positive for equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM) caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The horse has been placed in isolation on the property and is …

Effects of age and exercise on inflammatory cytokines, HSP70 and HSP90 gene expression and protein content in Standardbred horses Abstract: We hypothesised that the cortisol response to acute exercise, markers of oxidative stress, expression of inflammatory cytokines, …

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New Brunswick, N.J.  - “ "Gastrointestinal Health and Management" is the over-arching theme of the upcoming Horse Management Seminar hosted by the Rutgers Equine Science Center and Rutgers Cooperative Extension. The seminar, scheduled from 8:30am …

The Rutgers Equine Science Center is happy to announce the 2018 "Developing Future Leaders for the Equine Industry" Winter Course. This short course is designed for individuals involved in the equine industry and agricultural-related business. Participants …

TRENTON – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher today announced the United States Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa has confirmed the finding of an exotic East Asian tick, …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Laurie Landy, the Founder of Special Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, received the 2018 "Spirit of the Horse Award" for her contributions to “improving the quality of life for all individuals who …

(TRENTON) – A Warren County premises has been placed under quarantine after a horse tested positive for equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM) caused by equine herpes virus-1 (EHV-1). The 25-year-old quarter horse mare was euthanized November …