American Farriers Journal thanks the many farriers who dedicate their time, skills and commitment to the equine industry. This year marks the 26th annual Farriers Week — a time we set aside to celebrate your professional contributions.
Data from a recent horse survey in Kentucky offers some significant facts that will be of special interest to hoof-care professionals across the country. This analysis may help you spot valuable insights and trends that can be compared with the equine industry in your own state.
Bimeda Inc. recently announced that Archie McNeil, a former sales consultant for the company, has been appointed as an equine sales representative. Under this title, McNeil will be working full-time to serve the northeastern area of the United States.
“All In The Day Of A Farrier”
The horses move to and fro
Taking their legs away,
The farrier gets frustrated
And wants to go,
Nary coming back another day …
In the 24-page American Profile national supplement that was packaged with one of our daily newspapers last week, the cover story highlighted five unconventional academic and vocational programs. While millions of college students take courses each year to prepare for careers in business, computer science, education or health care, others use their educational dollars to study less common subjects.
It makes good business sense to save money whenever you can in your farrier practice. To do so, many horseshoers have employed creative or sophisticated ways.
Being able to communicate in Spanish with many of the workers in the barns you serve will allow you to more effectively provide precise instructions to grooms
Immigration continues to be a hot- button topic for American political debate. Core to this issue has been the influx of workers from Latin America. Every industry with a physical labor element has been impacted by Spanish-speaking laborers joining the workforce.
You lie awake staring at the ceiling. While footcare is only a part of your life, the daily challenges of running your farrier business still make you lose the most sleep.
Data from a recent survey of over 11,000 folks who own, lease or manage horses indicates they expect to continue participating in the equine industry at the same level in the future as now.
American Farriers Journal is excited and honored to celebrate its 50th anniversary of publishing the hands-on magazine for hoof-care professionals. Learn more about our special edition, which comes out in December 2024.
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