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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Rutgers Equine Science Center presented Dr. Amy Lynn Butewicz with the 2025 Spirit of the Horse award for her steadfast commitment to the New Jersey equine industry. The award was …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Environmentally friendly farms give the consumer greater confidence in the environmental sustainability of agriculture and encourages public support for the industry. This award gives recognition to the most outstanding equine farms …

SALEM COUNTY HORSE CONTRACTS EASTERN EQUINE ENCEPHALITIS: Second Eastern Equine Encephalitis Case for New Jersey in 2024 IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 12, 2024 www.nj.gov/agriculture PO Box 330 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0330 Contact: Jeff Wolfe P: (609) 633-2954 C: (609) 433-1785 E: jeff.wolfe@ag.nj.gov (TRENTON) – A Salem County geriatric …

Atlantic County Horse Contracts Eastern Equine Encephalitis IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 8, 2024 www.nj.gov/agriculture PO Box 330 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0330 Contact: Jeff Wolfe P: (609) 633-2954 C: (609) 433-1785 E: jeff.wolfe@ag.nj.gov (TRENTON) – A 15-year-old Atlantic County mare has been identified as a confirmed case of …

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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our virtual 2024 "Horse Management Seminar" webinar series. All of the webinars have now been uploaded to our Library, and are available for viewing. The "Pasture Management" …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Back by popular demand, along with our face-to-face version of the seminar, we have decided to keep the Horse Management Seminar as a virtual option for our global audience! The format …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - “You asked for it…!” is the over-arching theme of the upcoming Horse Management Seminar hosted by the Rutgers Equine Science Center and Rutgers Cooperative Extension. The seminar is scheduled from 8:30 …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Rutgers Equine Science Center presented Mr. Taylor Palmer, Jr. with the 2024 Spirit of the Horse award for his decades of service to the New Jersey equine industry. The award …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The 2023 winner of the Gold Medal Horse Farm award is the Trinity Dressage, located in Cream Ridge, NJ. Part of the New Jersey Equine Environmental Stewardship Program, the award recognizes …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2023 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 9th, from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. The Evening of Science and Celebration is an opportunity …

GLOUCESTER COUNTY HORSE CONTRACTS EASTERN EQUINE ENCEPHALITIS First Eastern Equine Encephalitis Case for New Jersey in 2023 IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 22, 2023 www.nj.gov/agriculture PO Box 330 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0330 Contact: Jeff Wolfe P: (609) 633-2954 C: (609) 433-1785 E: jeff.wolfe@ag.nj.gov   (TRENTON) –  An approximately 1-year-old Gloucester County …

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Dr. Ellen Rankins, who had previously been a Ph.D. Candidate in the Endocrinology and Animal Biosciences Graduate Program, under the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University, successfully defended her dissertation on Wednesday, July 5, …

The 2023 New Jersey Equine Industry Summit, hosted on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the Cook Student Center in New Brunswick, brought together equine leaders, professionals, veterinarians, educators, owners, and enthusiasts throughout the tri-state area. This …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Ms. Ellen Rankins, Ph.D. Candidate in the Endocrinology and Animal Biosciences Graduate Program, under the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University, will defend her dissertation on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Equine Science Center’s fundraising initiative during New Jersey's "Month of the Horse," which is celebrated in June each year, will this year focus on raising funds for the Ronald S. …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Dr. Kenneth Harrington McKeever, FACSM, FAPS, Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University, and Associate Director of Research at the Rutgers Equine Science Center, was elevated to the …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Dr. Karyn Malinowski, founding director of the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University, received the 2023 Distinguished Service Award at the 2023 Equine Science Society Symposium in Grapevine, Texas, on Friday, June …

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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our virtual 2023 "Horse Management Seminar" webinar series. All of the webinars have now been uploaded to our Library, and are available for viewing. The "Research Driven …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The 2023 New Jersey Equine Industry Summit is just two weeks away, and the Equine Science Center is happy to announce some recent updates. Taking place on Thursday March 16, 2023, at …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Aiming to forge a path to success for the state’s horse industry in the decades to come, the Rutgers Equine Science Center will host the 2023 New Jersey Equine Industry Summit …

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New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center hosted its 2022 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 3 in New Brunswick, NJ. Sponsored by Mid-Atlantic Equine Medical Center, this year honored Dr. …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center announced the “Ronald S. Dancer Memorial Scholarship during its 2022 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 3 in New Brunswick, NJ. The scholarship will be …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – What is most important to members of the equine industry? To answer this question and more, the Rutgers Equine Science Center is conducting the 2022 Equine Industry Needs Assessment Survey. You are …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2022 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 3rd from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. The Evening of Science and Celebration is an opportunity …

Dr. Karyn Malinowski, Director of the Equine Science Center, shares her research into stress and its effects on horses. Take a look below at the great article "To Stress or Not to Stress? A leading expert offers …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Dr. Karyn Malinowski, founding director of the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University, received the 2021 Harness Horse Youth Foundation’s Service to Youth Award on Friday, August 5th, 2022. Her staff and …

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As the heatwave will be with us for the next few days, please remember to protect yourself and your livestock & pets. Here are a few links to make sure that both you, and your furry, …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University will host its annual “Summer Showcase” from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at the Equine Exercise Physiology Laboratory on …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The 2021 Governor’s Award for Horseperson of the Year was presented to Dr. Carey Williams, who has served Rutgers University as the Equine Extension Specialist since 2003. Williams accepted the award …

The Rutgers University Equine Science Center has partnered with New Jersey Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer to bring awareness to equestrian safety, announcing the inaugural “New Jersey Equestrian Safety Week” to be held from Sunday, June …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers University Equine Science Center has partnered with New Jersey Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer to bring awareness to equestrian safety, announcing the inaugural “New Jersey Equestrian Safety Week” to be …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Equine Science Center at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is pleased to notify undergraduate students and incoming first-year students of the Doris C. Murphy scholarship application deadline extension. …

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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our virtual 2022 "Horse Management Seminar" webinar series. All of the webinars have now been uploaded to our Library, and are available for viewing. The "Recent Advances …

Rutgers Giving Day is here! We're reaching out to ask you to support the Equine Science Center. We are excited to raise funds once again for the Equine Science Research Fund, which will allow us to support …

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New Brunswick, N.J. – Due to the in-person group meeting policies, and to make the event as convenient as possible for all attendees, we have decided to keep the Horse Management Seminar as a virtual …

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Ron Dancer, who sponsored the legislation to save the future of New Jersey horse racing by authorizing the lease of the Meadowlands racetrack and Monmouth Park to the private sector, has been …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2021 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 11 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Out of an abundance of caution, the event …

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Second and Third Eastern Equine Encephalitis Cases for New Jersey in 2021 (TRENTON) – An 8-year-old mare and 7-year-old miniature horse stallion in Atlantic County are the second and third reported 2021 cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis …

First EEE Positive Horse Case In New Jersey In 2021 (TRENTON) – A 7-year-old mare in Cumberland County is the first reported case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in New Jersey in 2021. The unvaccinated mare was …

Hunterdon County Horse Tests Positive For Equine Herpes Virus: Second equine herpes myeloencephalopathy case for New Jersey in 2021 (TRENTON) – The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has quarantined a property in Hunterdon County after one horse developed …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The Equine Science Center received a proclamation from both the New Jersey Legislature as well as the New Jersey Governor’s Office on Wednesday, June 16th during the 2020 New Jersey Equine …

New Jersey Department Of Agriculture Celebrates Month Of The Horse: Agriculture Secretary Highlights State Equine Industry (TRENTON) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher and other state and local officials celebrated the Month of the Horse …

  Supporting Women…Changing the World   NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – Ellen Rankins, a Ph.D. student in the Endocrinology and Animal Biosciences Program at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is one of 100 doctoral students in the …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Two Morris County Horses Test Positive For Equine Herpes Virus (TRENTON) – The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has quarantined a property in Morris County after two horses developed the highly …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is pleased to notify undergraduate students and incoming freshman of the Doris C. Murphy scholarship application deadline extension. In …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center has announced the Recruitment Phase for its large-scale research project focusing on Equine Assisted Services (EAS) for veterans with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). “We are excited to …

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our first ever virtual "Horse Management Seminar" webinar series. All of the webinars have now been uploaded to our Library, and are available for viewing. The "Equine …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – As with many things in the past ten plus months, it was decided to move the Horse Management Seminar to a virtual format. The format will consist of three Monday evening …

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our first ever virtual "Fall 2020 Equine Webinar Series." All of the webinars have now been uploaded to our Library, and are available for viewing. Karyn Malinowski, …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2020 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 12 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. For the first time ever, the event will …

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New fact sheet on the "Questions Regarding Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Horses" by Carey Williams, Extension Specialist, Department of Animal Sciences; and Alvaro Toledo, Assistant Professor, Department of Entomology published to the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station …

New fact sheet on the "West Nile Virus in Horses: Frequently Asked Questions" by Carey Williams, Extension Specialist, Department of Animal Sciences; and Alvaro Toledo, Assistant Professor, Department of Entomology published to the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment …

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the third and fourth webinars of our "Fall 2020 Equine Webinar Series." Dr. Leslie Seraphin's presentation on “Biosecurity On Horse Farms & At Equestrian Events” has …

New fact sheet on the "Recommended Guidelines for Domestic Livestock in Residential Areas" by Michael Westendorf, Extension Specialist in Livestock and Dairy; Bob Mickel, Retired Hunterdon County and Regional Livestock Agent; and Carey Williams, Extension Specialist …

New fact sheet on the "Ticks, Lyme Disease, and Other Tick-Borne Diseases in Horses" by Carey Williams, Extension Specialist, Department of Animal Sciences; and Alvaro Toledo, Assistant Professor, Department of Entomology published to the New Jersey Agricultural …

A 4-year-old mare in Atlantic County is the first reported case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in New Jersey in 2020. The unvaccinated mare and was humanely euthanized on September 8 due to the severity …

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the second webinar of our "Fall 2020 Equine Webinar Series." Dr. McKeever's presentation on “History of Equine Exercise Physiology and Horses in Biomedical Research” has …

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the first webinar of our "Fall 2020 Equine Webinar Series." Dr. Malinowski's presentation on “Ensuring Good Health And Well-being In The Aging Equine Population” has …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The Equine Science Center is excited to announce its "Fall 2020 Webinar Series" which will start on August 13th, 2020. Every other Thursday until the the first week of November, the …

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To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s news story coming out of …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s good news story coming out …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s story, learn “How to Stay Safe …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s feel good story, “Field Hockey …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s feel good story …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s feel good story coming …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The Equine Science Center has announced its fundraising initiative kick-off for a large-scale research project focusing on Equine Assisted Activities & Therapies (EAAT) for veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) which …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s feel good story …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s feel good story …

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To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s feel good story …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. This week’s feel good story …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. As we continue our “Keeping Engaged …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. Another good story coming out …

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To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, While all of us continue to #StayHome to prevent the spread of the virus, we hope that everyone is staying safe, staying well, and staying engaged. Some potentially good news came …

  Basic Pasture Management: April 13th-7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Assessing Pastures Soil Sampling and Yields Expected Basic Pasture Management and Fertility Presenters include members of the RCE Animal Ag/Field and Forage Working Group Steve Komar, ANR …

To Our Equine Enthusiast Family, As previously announced, the Equine Science Center has created a webpage with a resource list for Covid-19 Equine Related Resources for New Jersey. The page is a compilation of phenomenal resources …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – In a joint project by the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University;  Equine Integrated Medicine, Georgetown, Kentucky; Duer Forensic Toxicology, Clearwater Florida; and the New York Drug Testing and Research Program, …

New Jersey Farm Bureau: Horse Farms And Equestrian Operations – March 28th Update As farms that market direct to the consumer they can be open. The farm owner/manager sets the conditions for those visits. The order for …

New Jersey Farm Bureau: COVID-19 & NJ AGRICULTURE – MARCH 23RD UPDATE On Saturday March 21st Governor Murphy issued Executive Order 107 further limiting business operations in NJ and increasing the request for people to stay at …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: NJDA Honors Jacquie Ingrassia As New Jersey Horseperson Of The Year (TRENTON) – The 2019 Governor’s Award for Horseperson of the Year was awarded to Jacquie Ingrassia, who has been a …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – In a joint project by the Department of Agriculture, Food, and Resource Economics; and the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University; as well as the Northeast Regional Center for Rural Development …

Just published, “Horse Racing and Veterinary Practices in New Jersey” is currently free to view and download (until February 13th). The objective of the survey was to investigate changes in veterinary practice revenue and staff over …

TRENTON, N.J. – Today the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee advanced legislation (A1045) sponsored by Assemblyman Ron Dancer that would exempt horse boarding, maintenance and related services from the state sales tax. “There has been ongoing confusion …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Horse Tests Positive For Neurologic Equine Herpes Virus (TRENTON) – The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has quarantined a property in Monmouth County after a horse developed the highly infectious equine …

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The Center's annual stakeholder meeting took place on October 16 in conjunction with the NJDA’s Equine Advisory Board monthly meeting. Research updates were provided for the 2018-2019 academic year (the previous academic year), and PDFs …

On Saturday, September 21, 2019, the Open Space Pace will be coming back to Freehold Raceway in Freehold, New Jersey for its 8th annual Parade and Festival! The Open Space Pace is a nonprofit organization …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Five More Horses In New Jersey Contract Eastern Equine Encephalitis (TRENTON) – Five more horses in New Jersey have been diagnosed with Eastern Equine Encephalitis during the last two weeks bringing …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Ocean County Horse Contracts Eastern Equine Encephalitis (TRENTON) – An approximately 12-year-old mare in Ocean County is the first reported case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a serious, mosquito-borne illness in …

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As the heatwave that will be with us for the next few days is about to start, please remember to protect both your self, and your livestock & pets. Here are a few links to make …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Dr. Carey A. Williams, Associate Extension Specialist in the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University, and Associate Director of Extension at the Rutgers Equine Science Center, was awarded The American …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Dr. Kenneth H. McKeever, FACSM, Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University, and Associate Director of Research at the Rutgers Equine Science Center, was elevated to rank of …

New Jersey Department Of Agriculture Celebrates Month Of The Horse: Agriculture Secretary Highlights State Horse Breeding Industry (EAST AMWELL) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher and other state and local officials celebrated the Month of …

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ASSOCIATION OF RACING COMMISSIONERS INTERNATIONAL The Scientific Advisory Group of the Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI) has reported that there is no current science linking furosemide treatments to muscular skeletal issues that may be a …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center released its “2019 State of the New Jersey Horse Racing Industry” report which found that New Jersey racehorse owners and breeders continue to remain non-competitive withNew York …

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The Center's annual stakeholder meeting took place on December 19 in conjunction with the NJDA’s Equine Advisory Board monthly meeting. Research updates were provided for the 2017-2018 academic year (the previous academic year), and PDFs …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Cape May County Horse Found To Have Rabies (TRENTON) – A Cape May County horse was found positive for rabies. The horse, which was on a farm in a rural part …

The Rutgers Equine Science Center is pleased to share the results of a survey conducted by the New Jersey Association of Equine Practitioners which looked at the impact of the horseracing segment of the New …

Dr. Kenneth McKeever presents his talk entitled "Effects of a type-5 phosphodiesterase inhibitor on pulmonary artery pressure in race fit horses" in the Applied Physiology Drugs in Equine Sport Session of the 10th International Conference on …

Former Governor and current New Jersey State Senator Richard J. Codey (left) and Rutgers Equine Science Center Founding Director Dr. Karyn Malinowski (right), present the 2019 "Spirit of the Horse Award" to Kennis "Buttons" Fairfax (center).  New Brunswick, …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2018 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 8 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm at the Cook Student Center in New Brunswick, …

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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 …

On October 24, 2017 two more New Jersey horses tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and both were euthanized as a result of the infection. The ten and eleven year-old geldings were both located …

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(TRENTON) – A 15-year-old Cumberland County mare is the third reported case in 2017 of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a serious, mosquito-borne illness in horses. Also, a 10-year-old Salem County stallion is the second case …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2017 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 9 from 6:00 - 9:30 pm at the Cook Campus Center in New Brunswick, …

A 15 year-old unvaccinated mare in Cumberland County is the third confirmed positive Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) equine case in NJ in 2017.  The mare was euthanized.  In addition, a 10 year-old unvaccinated stallion in …

We have our first two "Evening of Wine and Equine" events of the fall starting in October. The first event will be on October 4th at 5:30 at Trilogy Farm in Chesterfield.  We have a …

Disasters can occur at any time during the year, and can take many forms such as hurricanes, floods, gas leaks, blizzards, tornados, wildfires, etc. The best way to combat these unexpected events is to plan …

A 9 year-old mare from Atlantic County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The horse has not been vaccinated in recent years. The horse might have been vaccinated in the past. After 4 …

On Saturday, September 16, 2017, the Open Space Pace will be coming back to Freehold Raceway in Freehold, New Jersey for its 6th annual Parade and Festival! The Open Space Pace is a nonprofit organization …

A 5-year-old mare from Cumberland County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The horse was not vaccinated and died on August 28, 2017. This is the first confirmed equine case of EEE in …

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News From The: APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE NJ AGRICULTURAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Scholarship for H.S. Seniors Interested in a Career in Agriculture or the Sciences New Jersey residents who are entering their senior year in high school …

(Washington, DC)- The American Horse Council Foundation (AHCF) is pleased to announce that the survey link for the update of the economic impact study is now available! Individuals will be able to share this survey …

Due to recent rabies activity and its impacts on livestock in the state, the New Jersey Department of Agriculture Division of Animal Health would like to encourage everyone to speak with clients about the importance …

The Evening of Wine & Equine at Rutgers has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience, and another date for Rutgers will be selected for the Fall.   The other two nights (both next week) are still on …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ -Kenneth H. McKeever, Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University and Associate Director of Research, at the Rutgers Equine Science Center, was elected President of the Equine Science Society (ESS) …

News From The: (CREAM RIDGE) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher and New Jersey Equestrian of the Year Jamie Leuenberger kicked off the Month of the Horse today with a visit to Concord …

News From The: (TRENTON) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher and New Jersey Equestrian of the Year Jamie Leuenberger will kick off the Month of the Horse on Thursday, June 1 by visiting the …

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New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is pleased to notify undergraduate students and incoming freshman of the Doris C. Murphy scholarship. The Doris C. Murphy scholarship …

A Somerset County premises and a Hunterdon County veterinary hospital were placed under quarantine after a horse tested positive for equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM) caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).  The index horse is currently in …

We look forward to seeing everyone this weekend for Horses 2017: The Best of the Best! Please go to the following link to get Driving Directions, The address of the Livingston Student Center, as well as Parking …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – In honor of Rutgers University Equine Science Center’s 15-year anniversary, the Center has brought back “Horses”, an educational program last hosted in 2009 that aims to bring the most recent updates …

Insurance statistics show that the two most common times of the year for barn fires are summer and winter. Winter fires are caused by appliances, rodents chewing through wires, or the accumulation of dust and …

NJ News 12 "The Pet Stop" can be seen at 45 minutes past the hour in every daytime newscast starting at 6 a.m., both Saturday and Sunday. This weekend's topic, Vaccinations, will mention the Equine Science …

Dr. Williams will be giving a more in-depth version of the talk that she gave at our recent "Evening of Science & Celebration. Her webinar "Equine Diet Fads", will be next Tuesday, November 29th from 12:00 …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (November 22, 2016) -The Equine Science Center is proud to present this year's "Spirit of the Horse" award to Jeanne Vuyosevich to recognize her tireless effort over several decades to never give up …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2016 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 17 from 6:00 - 10:00 pm at the Cook Campus Center in New Brunswick, NJ. …

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The Right to Farm Program works with and educates farmers, residents, and municipalities about the Right to Farm Act, the Act's formal conflict resolution process, and additional strategies for resolving agriculture-related disputes and supporting a positive …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University is hosting the “Symposium on Legal, Business, and Insurance Issues Impacting the Equine Industry” on Monday, October 10th at The Palace at Somerset Park, …

A 23 year-old gelding from Passaic County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The horse was not vaccinated and has been euthanized. This is the fourth confirmed equine case of EEE in New …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – On Saturday, September 17, 2016, the Rutgers University Equine Science Center will attend the Open Space Pace at Freehold Raceway in Freehold, New Jersey for its 5th annual Parade and Festival. The scheduled …

A 1- year-old mare from Ocean County and a 3-year-old gelding from Morris County have tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The mare was vaccinated for EEE but the gelding was not and both …

An 8- year-old mare from Morris County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The horse was not vaccinated and has been euthanized. This is the first confirmed equine case of EEE in New …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (July 13, 2016) - The 2016 Rutgers Equine Science Center Summer Showcase was a huge success! Close to 100 people participated in the kickoff celebration of the Center's 15-year anniversary. Welcoming remarks were given …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University is hosting its annual “Summer Showcase” from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, July 13 at the Equine Exercise Physiology Laboratory on College Farm …

The Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) works to protect horses and the horse industry from the threat of infectious diseases in North America. The communication system is designed to seek and report real time information …

News From The: (LONG VALLEY) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher and New Jersey Equestrian of the Year Pier Semanchik kicked off the Month of the Horse today with a visit to Centenary …

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At a recent New Jersey Equine Advisory Board meeting it was reported that several horses in Florida recently died of blister beetle poisoning. In its continued effort to educate horse owners about proper horse care …

The Rutgers Equine Science Center and the Department of Animal Science at Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences are pleased to announce the availability of financial assistance to undergraduate women who are New Jersey residents majoring in Animal Sciences …

News From The: (TRENTON, NJ) - An educational symposium for children and adults will be held 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 2 at Rutgers University’s Cook Campus, former New Jersey Agriculture Museum Building, in New Brunswick. …

News From The: (TRENTON, NJ) - New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher today welcomed federal, state, and county officials to the State House to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Department of Agriculture.  The bill creating the Department …

Kamila Cieslik, a High School junior from Tennessee committed to play for the Rutgers University Women’s Volleyball Team on February 22 after visiting in New Brunswick with Coach CJ Werneke and Equine Science Director Dr. …

Updated Guidance on the Management of Domestic Animal Rabies Exposures Please be advised: the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) has updated guidance on the Management of Domestic Animal Rabies Exposures. Small but significant amendments were …

News From The: (TRENTON) – The New Jersey Department of Agriculture Animal Emergency Working Group (AEWG) will hold its 18th Annual Symposium at 9:15 a.m. on Monday, April 25 at the Burlington County Emergency Service Training Center …

Equine Health Resources from the National Institute for Animal Agriculture - Equine Diseases Forum: Held on January 19-21 2016 Biosecurity Biosecurity Toolkit for Equine Events (California Department of Food and Agriculture) EHV Business Continuity Plan ( Colorado Department of Agriculture) Horse …

By: Nancy Jaffer nancyjaffer.com Her mission is to teach children about horses and their care, so 4-H volunteer extraordinaire Judy Hennessy certainly wasn't looking for recognition. That's why being named New Jersey Horseperson of the Year was …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Annual Breeders Awards luncheon, hosted by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, honored people throughout New Jersey who have made an impact on New Jersey’s equine community. Alyssa Lehman, a senior …

News From The: (TRENTON, NJ) - The 2015 Governor’s Award for Horseperson of the Year was awarded to Judy Hennessy, who has fostered the growth of young equestrians in New Jersey 4-H programs for more than four decades.  …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – “Why Do They Do That? Behavior and Training of Horses” is the over-arching theme of the upcoming Horse Management Seminar hosted by the Rutgers Equine Science Center and Rutgers Cooperative Extension. …

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Insurance statistics show that the two most common times of the year for barn fires are summer and winter. Winter fires are caused by appliances, rodents chewing through wires, or the accumulation of dust and …

Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Confirms 3 Cases of EHM The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture confirmed today 3 horses at a Bucks County horse farm have been euthanized due to infection with the neurologic form of …

The multi-state research project, "Environmental Impacts of Equine Operations"  (NE-1041), finalized their findings for their 2009-2014 research cycle. Led in part by Dr. Mike Westendorf and Dr. Carey Williams, both part of the Equine Science …

Bulletin from the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service APHIS Veterinary Services (VS) recently hosted a discussion group seeking input on approaches for equine infectious anemia (EIA) control.  The summary document from the EIA Discussion Group …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – New Jersey has an abundance of picturesque horse farms with rolling green pastures and well-managed grounds. Three years ago, a joint project between the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station at Rutgers …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2015 “Evening of Science & Celebration” on Thursday, November 12 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at the Cook Campus Center in New Brunswick, …

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ- The Equine Science Center is proud to partner with veteran science journalist Wendy Williams in hosting the premier book signing event and lecture by Ms. Williams on Monday, November 2, 2015 on the …

A 10 year-old gelding from Gloucester County was humanely euthanized on October 3rd after having tested presumptive positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). This is the first confirmed case of WNV in a horse in 2015. …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University partnered with the University of Minnesota in procuring blood samples from over 700 Standardbred horses in New Jersey and New York for a new …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University is proud to name internationally renowned equestrian, Sally Ike, as the 2016 recipient of the “Spirit of the Horse” award. Ms. Ike will receive …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University is hosting the “Symposium on Legal, Business, and Insurance Issues Impacting the Equine Industry” on Monday, October 12th at The Palace at Somerset Park, …

(TRENTON) – A 2 year old Gloucester County mare is the first reported case in 2015 of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a serious, mosquito-borne illness in horses.  The horse had not been vaccinated against EEE …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (August 27, 2015) - The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University debuted part of its new education resource series "Volume 1: Equine Vaccinations" this past weekend at the New Jersey State Championship 4-H Horse …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (August 21, 2015) -The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University will host a barbecue and talk with Sally Ike, world-renowned rider, jumper, and course designer on Tuesday, September 29th from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. Ike …

(TRENTON) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher today announced the launching of a new website at www.animalemergency.nj.gov that will provide the public with up-to-the minute information they would need to protect their pets …

(TRENTON) – The New Jersey Equine Advisory Board is offering a $1,000 scholarship to help 4-H and FFA members pursue their equine activities. Members of organizations represented on the New Jersey Equine Advisory Board also are …

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ORLANDO, FL (July 14, 2015) – Dr. Carey Williams, Associate Director of Extension at the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University, and associate professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at the School of Environmental …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center will be tabling and presenting, at the 16th Annual Hambletonian Continuing Education Seminar for Equine Veterinarians. Hosted by First Choice Marketing, the seminar will be held in …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Rutgers Cooperative Extension and the Equine Science Center are pleased to announce an educational “Equine Pasture Walk” workshop on Wednesday, July 29, 2015. This workshop will take place at the Ryders …

New Brunswick, NJ - The Equine Science Center had a great turn out for its annual Summer Showcase on Wednesday, July 8. Guests were able to witness “Horse Hero”, Marge on the high-speed treadmill. News 12 …

(TRENTON) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher and New Jersey Equestrian of the Year Kirsten Jeansson today kicked off June as the Month of the Horse in New Jersey with a visit to …

MEIR RINDE | MAY 13, 2015 Horse racing, the gaming industry, and the fate of Atlantic City are all linked by a complex calculus of money and politics The on-again, off-again efforts to legalize casino gambling in …

By: Steve Edelson An overwhelming sense of pride doesn't begin to capture the feelings Jeanne Vuyosevich and her husband, Kenny, have for Sunset Meadow Farm in Farmingdale, the place they've made their own over the past …

THE ASSOCIATION OF RACING COMMISSIONERS INTERNATIONAL Updated Tuesday, April 28, 2015 Contact: Ed Martin (859) 224-7070 emartin@arci.com   Tampa, FL - The Association of Racing Commissioners International (RCI) is formally notifying regulators and their testing labs of a new policy …

Happy Spring from our horses to yours! The cold weather has broken and we can finally un-blanket our furry friends. In this issue, the Center celebrates many things including, the launch of our new website, …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ:– World-renowned equine personality, professor and former mounted patrol horse, Lord Nelson, passed away on April 12 at Gales Way Farm in Wrightstown, New Jersey. Lord Nelson, who will be remembered as Rutgers …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is pleased to notify undergraduate students and incoming freshman of the Doris C. Murphy Scholarship. The Doris C. Murphy Scholarship …

The Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event Presented by B.W. Furlong & Associates Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) level competition to take place May 6th – May 10th at the Horse Park of New Jersey Allentown, NJ, - Now …

FORT COLLINS, Colo., — This May, the USDA’s National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) will launch Equine 2015, NAHMS third national study of the U.S. equine industry. As with NAHMS’ 1998 and 2005 equine studies, …

Dr. Robert Causey (Associate Professor, School of Food and Agriculture) and Dr. Donna Coffin, (Extension Professor, Cooperative Extension) at the University of Maine are undertaking a study to determine the needs of the equine industry …

New Brunswick, N.J. – After 14 years of providing the public with information on “all things horses,” the Rutgers Equine Science Center (ESC) has had a major facelift, launching its redesigned website to offer greater …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture Press Release: BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM QUARANTINED AFTER HORSE DIAGNOSED WITH NEUROLOGIC EQUINE HERPES (TRENTON) – The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has quarantined a Westampton farm after a 5-year-old horse was …

Department of Agriculture Press Release: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE OFFERS TIPS TO PROTECT LIVESTOCK DURING EXTREME WINTER WEATHER (TRENTON) – The New Jersey Department of Agriculture today issued an alert to livestock owners to assist them in …

New Jersey Department of Agriculture Press Release: NJ JUNIOR BREEDER’S LIVESTOCK SYMPOSIUM PLANNED FOR MARCH 28 (TRENTON) -- An educational symposium for adults and children will be held 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28 at …

As a service to horse owners and farm managers, the Equine Science Center periodically will post official notifications from the New Jersey Department of Agriculture and other governmental units and veterinary organizations. These notices are …

- VIDEO: National Horse Safety on the Road by: National eXtension - Mounting, Dismounting, and Riding Horses Safely by: Equine Science Center - The New Jersey Driver Manual (page 139) by: New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission  

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Annual Breeders Awards luncheon, hosted by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, presented awards to both Catherine Seeds and Lord Nelson on Sunday, January 25. Catherine Seeds, a senior at the …

USDA: BIOSECURITY Brochure (English) USDA: BIOSECURITY Brochure (Spanish)

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – New Brunswick, N.J. – Kenneth H. McKeever, Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University and Associate Director-Research, at the Rutgers Equine Science Center, was recently appointed to the …

Read the Fire Prevention and Safety Measures around the Farm Fact Sheet here.

By Nancy Jaffer - New Jersey Star Ledger http://www.nj.com/sports/njsports/index.ssf/2014/01/a_horse_industry_tax_burden_co.html

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ –  The Rutgers Equine Science Center released – “2014 State of the New Jersey Horse Racing Industry” (PDF), a follow-up to the 2009 white paper which reported the impact of slot machines and …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – “Common Horse Health Issues” is the over-arching theme of the upcoming Fall Webinar Series hosted by the Rutgers Equine Science Center and Rutgers Cooperative Extension.  Dr. Carey Williams, Extension Equine Specialist and …

MANALAPAN, NJ – October 15, 2014 – Margret “Maggi” Romano, a founding member of the Standardbred Pleasure Horse Association, has been selected to receive the 2015 Spirit of the Horse Award from the Rutgers Equine …

Annual Year-End Event to Showcase Equine Research and Award Presentations  New Brunswick, N.J. (October 13, 2014) – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2014 Evening of Science & Celebration on Monday, November 10 …

New Brunswick, N.J. (September 30, 2014) – Equine Science Center Director, Karyn Malinowski, Ph.D., and Associate Director for Research, Kenneth McKeever, Ph.D., recently partnered with Dr. George Maylin to develop regulatory controls for the use …

New Brunswick, N.J. (September 6, 2014) – Karyn Malinowski, director of the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University, is being honored as the Grand Marshall and “Parade of Horses” Leader during the annual Open Space …

New Brunswick, N.J. (July 24, 2014) – Karyn Malinowski Ph.D., director of the Rutgers Equine Science Center, recently gave an invited lecture during the American Society of Animal Sciences (ASAS) annual meeting in Kansas City, …

New Brunswick, N.J. (June 19, 2014) – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University is participating in the upcoming “Month of the Horse” Open House event at Fair Winds Farm in Cream Ridge, NJ. This …

New Brunswick, N.J. (June 18, 2014) – The faculty and staff of the Rutgers Equine Science Center wish to express their sincere condolences to the friends of Gwendolin E. Stableford. "The equestrian community has lost one …

Ag Secretary and Center Director to Visit 4-H Equine Clubs New Brunswick, N.J. (June 5, 2014) – Karyn Malinowski, director of the Rutgers Equine Science Center will join New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher …

  DRIVING DIRECTIONS*: http://goo.gl/G4w07p *Type in the starting point (your address). Destination has been preset to the Red Barn on College Farm Road. New Brunswick, N.J. (June 2, 2014) – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University is …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center is gearing up for its annual Spring Webinar Series. By definition, a webinar is a seminar, presentation, and/or lecture transmitted over the internet. Webinars are designed …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is pleased to notify undergraduate students and incoming freshman of the Doris C. Murphy scholarship.  The Doris C. Murphy scholarship …

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New Brunswick, N.J. – Equine researchers at the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University have carefully monitored the ongoing national discussion about the Carriage Horse industry. The New York City Carriage Horse industry, which has …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Equine researchers at the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University have carefully monitored the ongoing national discussion about the Carriage Horse industry. The New York City Carriage Horse industry, which has …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Amanda Xue, a senior at the Rutgers’ School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS), is the recipient of the Ernest C. Bell Scholarship for 2014. The award was presented by Dr. …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Kenneth McKeever, Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University and Associate Director-Research, at the Rutgers Equine Science Center provided expert testimony during the New York State Gaming Commission …

New Jersey Sales Tax on Horse Boarding NJ Stall Tax Bill 14 Courtesy of the Law Office of Dana K. Bowling, LLC  

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – “Caring for Your Equine Athlete” 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 8:00 …

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – To stay afloat in these tough economic conditions, equine managers need to be more business-savvy than ever. Business planning is essential to the viability of any business, but it is often …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The New Jersey Equine Environmental Stewardship Program is pleased to announce D’Arrigo Racing Stables as the recipient of the 2014 “Gold Medal Horse Farm” award. The award was presented during “An …

New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University is proud to name noted equestrian photojournalist, Nancy Jaffer, as the 2014 recipient of the “Spirit of the Horse” award. Ms. Jaffer received the …

New Brunswick, N.J. – Raymond Geor, BVSc, MVSc, PhD, DACVIM, will be the keynote lecturer for the Rutgers Equine Science Center’s annual year end event, “An Evening of Celebration and Science,” on November 19.  Geor, …

Advice on Horses and Fireworks - British Horse Society

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (June 6, 2013) – Kenneth McKeever, associate director for research at the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University and professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at the School of Environmental and Biological …

On Tuesday morning, May 14, NBC’s Today Show featured a segment about America’s Wild Horse and Burro population.  Unfortunately, the piece did not truly reflect all sides of the issue, and failed to address the …

With the plethora of recent Equine Herpes Virus outbreaks across the east coast, the NJDA has provided information regarding biosecurity measures to be taken if you or your horse is suspected to have come in …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (April 24, 2013) – Recognizing the growing need to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University recently launched “Exercising HorsePower”, a new computer game …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – Join the Rutgers Equine Science Center for a fun-filled day of activities during Ag Field Day at Rutgers Day on Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 – 4:00 pm. The festivities will …

**NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2014-2015** From Wednesday, February 19 - Monday, May 5, 2014, the Equine Science Center will be accepting applications for the Doris C. Murphy Scholarship. Please see the application and scholarship …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – Promoting public awareness of environmentally friendly horse farms and sustainability of agriculture are the two primary objectives of the new and innovative New Jersey Equine Environmental Stewardship Program. Included in the …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – New Brunswick, N.J. – Kenneth H. McKeever, Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University and Associate Director-Research, at the Rutgers Equine Science Center, was recently appointed to the …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – “Grazing Rewards and Concerns: How and Why to Care for Your Pastures” is the over-arching theme of the upcoming Horse Management Seminar hosted by the Rutgers Equine Science Center and Rutgers Cooperative …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – In order to stay afloat in these hard economic conditions, equine operations need to be more business-savvy than ever. Rutgers Cooperative Extension, with funding from the Equine Science Center and Northeast …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (December 14) – On Tuesday, December 11, 2012, the Rutgers Equine Science Center provided information and entertainment to its many guests at the annual Equine Science Update, which was held at the …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (December 4) – The Rutgers Equine Science Center has named Linda Toscano as the 2013 recipient of the Center’s annual “Spirit of the Horse” award. Toscano will receive the award during the …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (November 27) – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2012 Equine Science Update on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. The annual event will be held at …

     NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (November 7, 2012) – The Equine Science Center The Equine Science Center is pleased to announce that Michael Westendorf, Associate Extension Specialist in Animal Sciences for the Rutgers New Jersey …

  NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (September 6, 2012) – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, has teamed-up with the Open Space Pace Committee to raise awareness of an issue which …

PHOENIX, AZ (July 17, 2012) – Karyn Malinowski, director of the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University and professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, received the …

  NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (June 4, 2012) – The mild temperatures and abundant moisture experienced in New Jersey recently are primarily responsible for the abundance of flowering weeds sprouting up in pastures and paddocks. While …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (April 25, 2012) – The recent drought experienced in New Jersey with subsequent rains warrants owners of horses prone to laminitis to take extra care when giving the animals access to pasture.      …

March 12, 2012: AEWG Annual Symposium: “WEATHERING THE STORM”   To be held at the Burlington County Emergency Services Training Center, Westampton, NJ For more information, contact Deb Moscatiello at: debra.moscatiello@ag.state.nj.us Courses available on-line The following are all free interactive …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (February 24, 2012) – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is pleased to notify students of the Doris C. Murphy scholarship. The Doris C. Murphy scholarship is …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (February 24, 2012) – The Rutgers Equine Science Center is gearing up for its annual Spring Webinar Series. By definition, a webinar is a seminar, presentation, and/or lecture transmitted over the internet. …

     NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (February 13, 2012) – The United States Harness Writer’s Association (USHWA) honored Rutgers University faculty member and director of the Rutgers Equine Science Center, Karyn Malinowski, with the LeeAnne Pooler …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (January 24, 2012) – The Rutgers Equine Science Center has collaborated with state 4-H youth members to create a new set of correspondence cards featuring artwork submitted for competition in the annual …

ASTAMPTON, NJ (January 18, 2012) – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher presented New Jersey Farm Bureau with the 2011 Governor’s Trophy for Horseperson of the Year on Sunday, January 15 at the …

      NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – “Responsible Horse Ownership in a Tough Economic Climate” is the over-arching theme of the upcoming Horse Management Seminar hosted by the Rutgers Equine Science Center and Rutgers Cooperative …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ (August 09, 2011) – Karyn Malinowski, director of the Rutgers Equine Science Center, presented “Quantifying the Importance of the Industry”, a scientific report on the socio-economic impact of horse racing to the …