Representing all
segments of Maryland’s horse industry

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MHC News and Updates

Farm Stewardship Tips for New Horse Farm Owners

First published in the April 2024 Equiery Many horse people dream of one day owning their own horse farm. For some, it is a lifelong dream; for others it is a necessity for their businesses. Horse farms in Maryland are subject to a number of environmental and safety regulations, however, …

Interview with MHC Sponsor Loch Moy Farm

Rachann has a conversation with Carolyn Macintosh, owner and operator of Loch Moy Farm in Adamstown, Frederick County, Maryland. Loch Moy is Maryland’s premier equestrian facility that offers schooling, eventing, jumping, and much more. Hear about the variety of volunteer opportunities that require no experience. Listen to the MHC podcast …

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April President’s Letter

by Kimberly K. Egan, MHC President (first published in the April 2024 Equiery) This month’s issue is our annual farm fix-up and Earth Day issue. Every year we encourage horse farmers to avail themselves of our county Soil Conservation Districts (SCDs) and our Equine Studies Program at the University of …

What We Do

The mission and
history of MHC

The Maryland Horse Council, Inc. (MHC) is the § 501(c)(6) trade association that has represented the Maryland horse industry for over 35 years. Our core mission is to lobby state and local government for sensible and economically sound positions, and to provide educational and business networking resources for the Maryland horse community.

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Our Issues

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One Common Bond: the Maryland Horse
One Common Voice: the Maryland Horse Council

The Maryland horse industry is impressive. There are more horses per square mile (10.5) in Maryland than in any other state in the country, and 51.8% of Maryland households contain at least one horse enthusiast. Our industry contributes $2.4 billion to the Maryland economy.

Come join us and help ensure that everyone enjoys the ride!

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MHC’s trade publication is The Equiery, which provides the Maryland horse community with horse industry news, educational articles, photos, and profiles on horse businesses and horse people, as well as a service directory for businesses that serve the Maryland horse industry.

How you can support MHC​

Become a Member

Join together with others who love horses and are dedicated to a great future for Maryland’s equines.

Become a Sponsor

We love working with our sponsors to ensure that their needs and business goals are met.

Become an Advertiser

We want everyone who keeps up with MHC to know what you or your business has to offer.

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