Frank Buchman
Colic in horses in simple terms means a bellyache. It is a much more complicated and serious issue, according to Dr. James Moore, University of Georgia veterinarian, Athens, Georgia. “Colic... Read more
There’s a big party set for the Flint Hills. It’s the 14th annual Symphony in the Flint Hills Saturday, June 15, in Irma’s Pasture near Bazaar in Chase County, Kansas. There’ll be a Pre-Symp... Read more
Cleaning stalls is no horse owner’s favorite job, yet a recent radio story might give certain folks second thoughts. While it’ll come across humorous of sorts to many, before reading further... Read more
The Flint Hills are cattle country. Where there are cattle, there are cowboys on horseback to take care of them. For 82 years, thousands of rodeo contestants and spectators from throughout t... Read more
The winner didn’t win the Kentucky Derby. News headlines immediately flashed Maximum Security won the 145th running on a muddy Churchill Downs track Saturday in Louisville, Kentucky. Minutes... Read more
“All horses must have a Negative Coggins Test in order to participate in any activities on the show grounds.” That’s a common note on announcements for horse events or rodeos sponsored... Read more
“It was a party of sorts when eight shiny giant horses brought a whole wagon load of beer to celebrate.” That’s fact, even though there are a fair number across the state not so pleased with... Read more
By Frank J. Buchman Renowned Kansas native world acclaimed rodeo clown entertainer Justin “Rumpshaker” Rumford was in action again at the Austin Rodeo March 16-30. Rumford had been sidelined... Read more
Sore legs no horse.” That may not be completely accurate, but most likely horses with the best legs will be race winners. “Entire horse health is essential, but all things considered sound l... Read more
“Weather forecasts are not reliable. Commodity prices are chaotic. Farm profitability is determined by marketing.” Three simple yet highly complex sentences answer the presentation title qu... Read more
