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November 17, 2016

Congress passes bill to address trail maintenance backlog.

Congress passes bill to address trail maintenance backlog. Click here for more info, via the American Horse Council.

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November 10, 2016

New regulations for solar energy development on preserved farmland

The Maryland Ag Land Preservation Foundation has new rules for solar energy development on preserved farmland. Click here for more information, courtesy of the University…

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September 30, 2016

Congress passes stop gap funding bill

Here are the provisions of interest to horse people in the Continuing Resolution passed by Congress. Thanks to the American Horse Council for this info!

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September 25, 2016

National Forest Trails Bill approved by House Ag. Committee

The US House Agriculture Committee has approved the National Forest Trails Bill, that will help clear the backlog of maintenance on many trails. For more…

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August 7, 2016

Add your voice to the fight to end horse soring

Your action is needed now to help end the cruel practice of horse soring! The Maryland Horse Council has long supported the passage of…

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July 27, 2016

Tax considerations for farms installing solar arrays

An interesting piece about the tax considerations triggered by installation of solar power generation on a farm, courtesy of the University of Maryland Ag law…

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