An Equine Production show management has reported a banner year for the 2020 Florida Gold Coast that recently concluded in Tampa, Florida. With stalls at a count of 1,200, entries up 600 per judge, and a total of 13,500 AQHA entries with an increase of more than 3,500 AQHA entries over 2019, that’s a clear indication that competitors are enjoying the balmy, Floridian, winter weather.
Continue reading …“For state directors, the general membership meeting is mandatory. We don’t want to risk the health and well being of our members who may have underlying health conditions,” APHA President Casey West said. “We also don’t want to unnecessarily contribute to the spread of COVID-19 by meeting in close proximity where social distancing will be difficult, if not impossible, to maintain.”
Continue reading …American Quarter Horse Youth Association members from 13 countries competed at the virtual 2020 American Quarter Horse Youth World Cup. The virtual event was substituted for the in-person event due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and to protect the health and safety of exhibitors while still allowing the international competition to occur. Read more about the virtual event.
Continue reading …“The decision to waive traditional qualifying for the 2021 Ford Youth World was based on extensive discussion, comparison of previous years’ qualifying data and the cancellation of approximately 30% of the qualifying shows since May 1, 2020, when the qualifying period began,” said Justin Billings, AQHA chief show officer. “We anticipate continued effects of the pandemic, especially in the harder hit areas of the world where many lockdowns remain in place.”
Continue reading …Named for the late NSBA member Jack Benson, the award is presented annually to an individual who unselfishly gives his or her time to promote NSBA and its mission, and create greater interest in the pleasure horse industry. This award has been presented since 1989.
Continue reading …ApHC News Rejoin the Appaloosa Family again this year to be entered into a drawing for some awesome prizes! Prizes could include any of the following: Custom nylon Halter with brass tag from State Line Tack Montana Silversmiths jewelry Lifetime Membership $250 “Data Pack” that can be used for online services Kensington Protective Products hat […]
Continue reading …Bob’s Custom Saddles is proud to partner with the Arizona Sun Circuit for its Non Pro Level 1, 2, and 3 High Point awards. Next year’s winners will be awarded Bob’s Custom Saddle certificates valued at $5,200. Winners can select their sizing and saddle style and choose to upgrade the saddle with additional tooling and silver at the winner’s expense.
Continue reading …Forty American Quarter Horse Youth Association members will record their progress training a yearling bred by an American Quarter Horse Association Ranching Heritage Breeder. At the end of the 2021 AQHA Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program, a select number of scholarships and prizes will be awarded.
Continue reading …With the help of the ABQM Board of Directors, AQHA has initiated a new process to allow mare owners in Brazil the ability to receive authorization from a U.S. stallion owner, enabling the resulting foal to be registered in Brazil.
Continue reading …Get the new year started off on the right “hoof” and mark your calendars to join the American Quarter Horse Association for the 2021 AQHA Virtual Latin American Summit, hosted February 22-25 through an online learning platform. At the summit, AQHA, in partnership with Argentine affiliate Criadores Argentinos de Caballos Cuarto de Milla (CACCM) is excited to host prerecorded and live seminars to review AQHA business, education and celebrate the Latin American membership region.
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