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Frankly Speaking: The Complexity Of Paying Your Farrier Help

By Jeremy McGovern posted on July 3, 2017 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare
In late May, the Illinois House of Representatives and Senate passed a $15 minimum wage bill. Currently, Illinois’ minimum wage is $8.25. Should this plan pass the governor’s desk, the full $15 rate would be reached in 2022 for those age 18 and older. At the time of press, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner had yet to sign this bill, and isn’t expected to do so.
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Farrier Q&A: Dealing With Flies

April 3, 2017 | Posted in Clients, Safety & Healthcare
A: I am very fortunate that on the farm where I do almost all my work, the owners use fly predators and they are absolutely amazing. There are almost no flies at all. If you can talk your farm owners into to buying them, I strongly recommend it. — Conny Svensson, East Windsor, N.J.
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Prepare Yourself for Fly Season

Entomologist offers tips to repel insects and improve your work area
By Jeff Cota posted on April 3, 2017 | Posted in Clients, Safety & Healthcare
If there’s one thing that farriers can count on, it’s that fly season is just around the corner. Before you stock your farrier rig with insect repellent, it’s important to understand which pest you’re up against.
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Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

In this episode, Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Renchin, recalls Red’s relationships with area veterinarians, his legacy and the second career as American Farriers Journal’s technical editor.

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