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getting started on horses #207421

Asked August 18, 2014, 5:03 PM EDT

I'm thinking about buying a couple of horses but have never owned them. I have 2 acres of land. Can you recommend groups, publications, etc. to help me get information?

Benton County Oregon

Expert Response

Thank you for your question.

Our first resource would be the Oregon State University Small Farms Program page about managing land with horses. http://smallfarms.oregonstate.edu/horses
Make sure to read throughly the publications on pasture management and managing small acreage horse farms. 2 acres won't support year round grazing for one horse much less several without a fairly intensive management plan, sacrifice areas, manure removal, etc.

We do offer classes on pasture management and more throughout the year so I would suggest calling our office and getting on the Extension Express newsletter list at<personal data hidden>.

There are a few facebook groups like this one where you can find other local folks, as well as asking at the local Tack Box - https://www.facebook.com/WVHorseOwners






Chrissy Lucas-Woodruff Replied August 19, 2014, 3:04 PM EDT

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