Program Includes Weekly Webinars and Access to National Equine Experts
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Equine owners and business operators are invited to participate in the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture Tennessee Master Horse Program (TMHP). The program is open to individuals 15 years of age and older.
“The Tennessee Master Horse Program brings science-based information to the equine owner and business operator. The content is accessible and is applicable to any breed, age, experience level or riding discipline,” says Jennie Ivey, associate professor and UT Extension equine specialist in the Department of Animal Science. “We are excited to bring this anticipated program back in 2025, with new speakers, content, and additional resources,” adds the equine expert.
The program runs from January 16 until March 4, 2025, and will cover topics spanning nutrition, emergency and preventative health, hoof care, waste management and more. Each week, a live webinar will be hosted on a specific topic, including a Q&A session for participants to interact with equine experts. A detailed schedule and additional information can be found online at UTHorse.tennessee.edu/tennessee-master-horse-program.
Early bird registration is open until December 31, 2024, and costs $175 per person. Late registration runs from January 1-23, 2025, and costs $200 per person. The registration fee includes access to program content for one year, eight webinars, a 130-page digital manual, a forage or soil test, a TMHP sign, and a certificate. A four-hour, in-person field day is also included in the cost. Field days will be held regionally throughout Tennessee in February. To register, visit tiny.utk.edu/TMHP2025.
Questions about the TMHP should be directed to Jennie Ivey at jzivey@utk.edu.
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