Virginia Horse Industry Board

The Virginia Horse Industry Board was established in 1994 as the result of legislation and a statewide referendum. The Board is responsible for the promotion and economic development of the horse industry in Virginia and operates through the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. > Click here to read about the Virginia Horse Industry Board

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Latest News:

• Sept. 3: First 2009 positive case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in a horse
  The 16-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse mare was from Pittsylvania County. Onset of symptoms was August 17 and necropsy at VDACS’ Regional Animal Health Laboratory in Lynchburg took place on August 21.
  Visit the VDACS website for the latest information
  
  
• Famous Virginia Horse Stories
  Written by Joan Hughes, this "work in progress" gallery features the likes of Traveler, Royal Atheena, Lady Wonder and more.
  

Virginia Horse Country

Where scenic horse trails, elite competitions, thrilling races, hunts and the Chincoteague ponies have established Virginia as one of the best destinations for equine activities and events. Horse enthusiasts can find all breeds of horses, used for all purposes from trail...
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