Posted by Grange Co-op on 24th Apr 2019
Starthistle is one of the most widespread invasive broadleaf weeds in the United States. Since being introduced to California around 1850, it has infested rangelands and natural areas across the nation. It continues to spread via cultivation, poorly timed mowing, road building and maintenance, and overgrazing. Each individual plant can produce over 100,000 seeds; dense infestations yield 50 to 100 million seeds per acre. This GrangeKnows artic… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 13th Mar 2019
Horses are beautiful creatures and so graceful when they move – their poise and distinguished movements mesmerize even non-horse people. Case in point, who doesn’t love watching the Budweiser's Clydesdales with their long manes, flowing tails, and feathering pasterns? Everyone can agree, mane and tails are gorgeous, especially when they are cared for.
Keep in mind, all breeds are different and not every horse can grow a long and luxurious ma… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 28th Feb 2019
Ever heard the saying, “
No hoof, no horse?" If a horse's hooves lack care on a regular basis and the horse isn’t being properly fed, riding is not going to be possible. Hoof care and maintenance isn't just every six to eight weeks when the horse is due for a trim or shod, hooves should be checked, handled and cared for daily.DAILY CLEANING IS HOOF CARE
Cleaning out hooves daily not only keeps debris out, but it also gives you an idea of… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 19th Feb 2019
The Importance of Equine Care during Cold Weather
Spring is fast approaching, but with the cold nights we are still experiencing, spring feels so far away. No matter if you bundle your horses in blankets or just provide some sort of shelter for them, you still need to watch how the cold weather is affecting them.
With the cold weather, horses tend not to drink as much water as they normally would on a warmer day. Make sure they have a… Read more