Farrier schools are shaping the future of the industry one student at a time. In this series, sponsored by VICTORY Racing Plate Co., American Farriers Journal visits various schools to learn how they teach and motivate the next generation of farriers.

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Over the years, the American Farriers Journal staff has collected extensive research data that offers a unique, in-depth look at the equine hoof-care industry. Since this information can help you understand more about the industry you serve, we want to share more of these facts and figures with you and others in the industry.

Each Friday morning, we will be sharing several facts and figures that will be helpful in seeing how you measure up business-wise with other farriers. This weekly series also will offer you a much better understanding of the critical role equine footcare professionals play in the overall care of today’s population of horses.

Friday Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

The International Hoof-Care Summit is returning to the Duke Energy Center and Hyatt Regency in Cincinnati, Ohio Jan. 24-27, 2023, for 4 days of focused learning that will change your practice forever. With over 75 hours of classes, roundtables, lectures, networking, camaraderie and the world’s largest hoof-care products trade show, the 20th annual Summit is the best way for you to learn successful techniques and business-building strategies from today’s top footcare experts. Network with hoof-care professionals from around the world and get ideas and advice to meet your specific needs and interests.

Learn more and register today.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is designed to add to the education of footcare professionals when it comes to effectively feeding the hoof. This twice-a-month feature zeroes in on specific areas of hoof nutrition.

The International Hoof-Care Summit is returning to the Duke Energy Center and Hyatt Regency in Cincinnati, Ohio Jan. 24-27, 2023, for 4 days of focused learning that will change your practice forever. With over 75 hours of classes, roundtables, lectures, networking, camaraderie and the world’s largest hoof-care products trade show, the 20th annual Summit is the best way for you to learn successful techniques and business-building strategies from today’s top footcare experts. Network with hoof-care professionals from around the world and get ideas and advice to meet your specific needs and interests.

Learn more and register today.

Pennsylvania farrier Steve Teichman has helped provide hoof care for the U.S. Olympic Equestrian Team in Sydney and Athens. While in England participating in the evaluation and selection of horses for the 2012 U.S. 3-Day Eventing team, he provided updates as the Olympics progressed.

Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.