Journal of NACAA

Identifying Equine-Related Cooperative Extension Program Priorities in Arizona via a Statewide Survey

ISSN 2158-9429

Volume 10, Issue 2 - December 2017

Editor: Linda Chalker-Scott

Abstract

An online livestock/equine survey was created and disseminated to Arizona equine industry stakeholders through multiple avenues including social media, email listservs, personal connections, and was made available in a hard copy format. The last known statewide survey was completed in 2002 and equine questions had a strong emphasis on reproduction. The goal of the current survey was to identify clientele needs and perceptions following a recent two-year void in equine extension programming at the University of Arizona due to faculty retirements. The data from this survey is being used to design programs and publications to address topics with reported moderate to critical need, as well as incorporating important subjects which support good business practices, land and animal stewardship, and horse health, safety, and welfare.