-first published in the March 2026 issue of The Equiery Dear Members and Friends of the Maryland Horse Council, After one of the coldest and most challenging winters I can remember here in Maryland, I found myself lingering in the barn recently one evening, long after the last feed bucket …
March has come in like a lion. Will it go out like a lamb? Tammie Monaco’s pony Alfie — aka Big Al — graces the cover of our March issue and he’s betting on lambs… This issue has three terrific features to get us motivated for warmer weather. We also …
–first published in the February 2026 issue of The Equiery As President of the Maryland Horse Council, I want to begin by expressing my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to serve you and the broader Maryland equestrian community. It is an honor to stand alongside horse owners, trainers, breeders, trail …
The Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA) told the Maryland Horse Council (MHC) today that it could not meet its statutory obligation to respond to MHC’s Public Information Act (MPIA) request. MHC submitted its MPIA request on December 29 and by law, the State had 30 days to produce the material. MHC …
On November 6, we reported in The Equiery that Governor Wes Moore had established the Horse Industry Strategic Planning Initiative and directed it “to develop a strategic plan to ensure a coordinated and sustainable future for Maryland’s horse industry.” The Initiative is staffed, lead, and administered by the Maryland Department of Agriculture …
Today, the Maryland Department of Agriculture announced the awardees for the Maryland Horse Industry Board (MHIB) 2026 grant cycle. ANNAPOLIS, MD (December 17, 2025) — The Maryland Horse Industry Board (MHIB), a program within the Maryland Department of Agriculture, has announced the award of $20,680 in competitive grants to 35 organizations and …
We reported this update on Equiery.com this morning. On November 24, MDA instituted the following actions: “Due to the current Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) multi-state outbreak, Maryland is instituting the following actions. Effective immediately: 1. The use of EECVI’s is suspended until further notice. 2. Interstate certificates of veterinary inspection (ICVIs) …
On Thursday, November 6, Governor Wes Moore issued an executive order establishing the Horse Industry Strategic Planning Initiative (“the Initiative”) and directed it “to develop a strategic plan to ensure a coordinated and sustainable future for Maryland’s horse industry.” The Initiative will be staffed, lead, and administered by the Maryland Department of …
On October 23, County Executive Calvin Ball proclaimed October 2025 to be Maryland Horse Month in Howard County. The Proclamation reads: WHEREAS October 2025 is the 5th anniversary of Maryland Horse Month where we celebrate our vibrant and thriving equine industry. Maryland consistently boasts more horses per square mile than …