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Horse & Farm Management
SUBSCRIBER ONLY: Swapping the top hat for wellies
Amy Lynam
In this week's subscriber-only newsletter, Amy Lynam looks into nature-friendly practices for your farm
12 June 2026 General
One Health, infectious disease and the trouble with business as usual
Dr Joe Collins MVB PhD widens the discussion on Ireland's animal and environmental health standards and the importance of vaccination
12 June 2026 Features
RACE reborn: 'Jockey School' to become National Equine Campus
New dawn for racing's training facility as industry backs ambitious plan
Equine Learning: Classical conditioning-delving a bit deeper
Vet and equine behaviourist Dr Orla Doherty discusses the day-to-day influence of classical conditioning on our horses' behaviour
12 June 2026 General
Oilseed Rape: 'A hidden poison for horses - the fumes are sickening'
Following the death of a talented young point-to-pointer, Siobhan English and Helen Sharp investigate growing concerns that oilseed rape pollen poses a serious threat to equine health
7 June 2026 General
Equine flu confirmed on 13 premises since March
Horse owners encouraged to have their horses vaccinated or given booster jabs
5 June 2026 News
Safeguarding Must Be “Embedded”, says HSI Chief Executive
HSI's Denis Duggan responds to questions following the Katie Simpson Review and outlines how it works with affiliates to promote child welfare standards across the sector
29 May 2026 General
The safe stop principles for PTOs
Every year in Ireland, people are seriously injured and even killed by PTOs. Many of these accidents can be avoided. Horse Sense issues a reminder on how to put your safety first
29 May 2026 General
The race for safer helmets
From smart helmets to multi-directional impact protection, is your headgear up to the latest safety standards?
29 May 2026 General
Should equine flu vaccinations be mandatory at sport horse and pony sales?
Does Ireland need more standardised biosecurity measures at major sport horse and sales venues? Helen Sharp asks the question
29 May 2026 General
Safe riding for everyone
Horse Sense learns more about the adaptive saddle attachment, making horse riding more accessible without compromising safety or independence.
29 May 2026 General
Air-vest technology and body protectors
Horse Sense gets the lowdown on safety vest innovations and the leading brands
29 May 2026 General