Blog Posts
3 Tips for Protecting Your Spring Season Crops
Spring is on its way! You know what that means, it’s time to plan your gardens and begin to plant some hardy vegetables. However, as we all know, spring can bring cold snaps and unseasonable weather. When the mercury drops, you need to protect your crops and safeguard...
What To Know About Feeding Growing Foals
Raising animals is difficult, & it can be especially challenging with young foals. Lucerne Farms has everything you need to ensure yours stay healthy & happy.
A Guide to Healthy Spring Grazing for Horses
As spring blossoms and the vibrant green hues return to pastures, horse owners eagerly anticipate the joy of watching their equine companions revel in the lush, new growth. However, the transition from winter hay to spring grazing requires careful consideration to...
A Guide to Popular Perennials for Your Garden
As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, the arrival of spring brings a renewed sense of life to our gardens. One of the best ways to enhance your garden's beauty year after year is by incorporating popular perennials with mulch and ground cover. These resilient...
The Best Nutrients for an Improved Horse Coat
A lustrous and healthy coat is not only a sign of a well-cared-for horse but also a reflection of their overall well-being. Achieving a gleaming coat goes beyond regular grooming; it requires a balanced and nutrient-rich diet. In this guide, we'll explore the...
A Fresh Start: Easy Ways To Prepare Your Garden for Spring
As winter fades away, the anticipation of spring gardening sets in. Early preparation is key to ensuring a flourishing and vibrant garden. By taking some time and preparing your garden for spring, you can improve your yields and give plants a better shot. Whether...
Understanding the Dietary Needs of Goats
Providing the right nutrition is paramount to maintaining the health and well-being of goats. These versatile animals have specific dietary requirements that, when met, contribute to their vitality and productivity. Whether you're a seasoned goat keeper or a newcomer...
Starting a Hobby Farm: What You Need To Know Before You Begin
The allure of hobby farming beckons to those seeking a closer connection to the land, a more sustainable lifestyle, or simply the joy of nurturing plants and animals. Unfortunately, the process can be challenging if you don’t know the basic steps. Before you dive...
High-Quality Hay: Why Hay Testing Is Essential for Equestrians
When it comes to high-quality hay, many equestrians think that they are able to identify it simply by looking at it, touching it, and smelling it. While your senses can give you some insight into the quality of the hay, the assessment goes far beyond the color, smell,...
Managing the Easy Keeper: A Guide to Maintaining Your Horse’s Weight
Many horse owners have encountered horses known as “easy keepers.” These are horses that tend to have a slower metabolism and tend to be a bit on the heavier side. Just as with humans, carrying extra weight can lead to health complications. If you have an easy keeper...
Navigating Equine Nutrition: Understanding NSC Equine Nutrition
Horse enthusiasts and caretakers are well aware that proper nutrition is the cornerstone of equine health. Amid the jargon of equine nutrition, one term that frequently surfaces is NSC or non-structural carbohydrates. With the dietary addition of non-structural...
Feeding and Horse Dental Problems
Just like humans, horses can face health challenges, including dental problems. Dental issues can make it difficult for a horse to eat properly, leading to weight loss, poor nutrition, and overall discomfort. If you're a horse owner facing this challenge, it's...
Horse Health Issues
As horse owners, it is our responsibility to ensure our horses’ well-being and health. Just like any other living being, horses are susceptible to various ailments. In this post, we will delve into five common horse health issues and explore preventative measures that...