Macon County Horsemanship

06/23/2026

Attention Horse Showmen!🐎

The Missouri State Fair 4-H and FFA Horse Show is July 29th through August 2nd, 2026. Come see your hard work pay off in the show ring this year!

If you are interested in showing, don't forget entries close July 13th at 5:00 p.m.

For more information visit mostatefair.com or follow this link:

https://www.mostatefair.com/participate/livestock-building/livestock-exhibitors/4h-ffa-livestock-sale-champions/horsemanship-4-h-ffa-rules-classes/

06/08/2026

Make plans to join us June 20, 2026! Entry information and rulebook coming soon!

06/08/2026

AG PRODUCER ALERT: Poison Hemlock Risk in Hay
With hay season underway, be on the lookout for Poison Hemlock creeping into fields and hay bales. This plant is highly toxic to livestock—even in small amounts—and drying in hay does NOT remove its toxicity.
• Poison hemlock contains toxic alkaloids that affect the nervous system
• Animals may accidentally consume it when it’s baled into hay
• Symptoms can include tremors, weakness, difficulty breathing, and sudden death
How to Identify:
• Tall plant (up to 6–10 ft)
• Hollow stems with purple spots/blotches
• White, umbrella-shaped flowers (similar to Queen Anne’s lace)
• Musty or mouse-like odor when crushed
Management tips:
• Scout hay fields before cutting
• Remove or control plants before they mature
• Avoid baling contaminated areas
One overlooked patch can turn into a serious livestock loss. Take the time to check fields now—it could save you major headaches later.
Each plant can make as many as 38,000 seed that can persist in the soil for 3-5 years
Feel free to share this to spread the word
https://www.howellcountynews.com/agriculture/mow-or-spot-spray-poison-hemlock-now

ID - https://weedid.missouri.edu/weedinfo.cfm?weed_id=69

06/05/2026

🛑 The weather has hit us again! ⛈️ With three plus inches of rain last night, the arena is flooded and we're not able to have the show tomorrow.

📣 Stand by for a rain date! We'll release a new show date as soon as we get it cleared by the fair.

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

Looking for another opportunity to Giddy Up and Go? Check out the Knox County 4-H/FFA Open Horse Show coming up on Saturday, June 20th at the Pioneer Rangers Saddle Club in Novelty!

For full details, see the show flyer.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B6OX9-9pSqwFjJIbU36z7ArK78dkIiL2/view?usp=drive_link

05/28/2026

The 2026 MFA Saddle award is nearing one month left! You won't want to miss this opportunity - Applications close July 1st!

Link to questionnaire - https://missouri.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8AfUv17xuPualgO

05/11/2026

The MFA Saddle Award is still accepting applications! Submit your short essay questionnaire to have a chance to win a beautifully crafted saddle. Applications are open until July 1st!

Link to award - https://missouri.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8AfUv17xuPualgO

05/04/2026

🚨Save the Date🚨

With registration for the Missouri State Fair now open, we thought share more information on the Equine Contests and Clinics July 29th! This event open to all 4-Her's allows youth the opportunity to share their equine related speeches, presentations, and fine arts projects.

Join us that evening for an Exhibitor Dinner, a Guest Speaker, and the presentation of the MFA Saddle Award. We can't wait to see you in July!