The
State of Florida has more than 500,000
horses
and more than 70% are used for competition and recreation,
ranking #3 in the US (as
per 2005 National Horse Council Study
).
Florida
is home to almost all breeds of horses, led by Thoroughbreds,
Warmbloods, Quarter Horses and Arabians. Florida's equine
champions are known all over the world.
The
Florida horse industry annually generates product valued
at $2.2
Billion,
and has a total annual economic impact estimated at around
$7
Billion.
Over
240,000 Floridians are involved in the horse industry as
owners, service providers and employees. There are over
900 horse farms in Florida with over 72,000 employees.
Florida
horsemen spend more than $1.2
Billion
in annual maintenance costs, including $185 million on feed
and hay. (1996
Study Dept. of Agriculture)
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2010 FLORIDA BREED INSPECTIONS
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Researchers
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Governor
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- “Nicole’s Law”promotes safety of children
under 16 who participate in equestrian activities ~ Governor
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dates have been posted. Please come and enjoy the wonderful
new foals, mares and stallions of our Florida Breeders.
It's a most enjoyable time!
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Please
Help! - Website for the horses stolen in Central Florida below
- www.stolenhorsesearch.com
STOLEN HORSES - 3
AQHA Reining/Team Penning Horses stolen in Frostproof, FL
(Polk County) on December 12, 2007 - Harley, Missy and Perky.
Reward for information leading to their return being offered!
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STOLEN
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2 Polo Ponies (not found yet), Trailer, Truck and Tack, stolen
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"Stolen Horses" Page.
From
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THEFT
Learn about THEFT
PREVENTION
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to programs using horses, other livestock, the marine and wilderness
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services for Florida's at-risk boys and girls. Click
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