The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to announce their continued Corporate Sponsor partnership with Standlee Premium Western Forage®, the “Official Forage of the USEA.” Standlee® Forage will remain a Gold Level Sponsor of the 2019 USEA American Eventing Championships as well as a Contributing Sponsor of the USEA Gold Cup Series, Future Event Horse Series and Young Event Horse Series. New for 2019, Standlee has signed on as the Title Sponsor of the USEA Horse of the Year Leaderboard.
“Standlee Premium Western Forage® is proud to be the official forage of the USEA. Standlee’s long-standing passion and commitment to producing and manufacturing the highest quality, natural forage products available, positions the company as the industry leader,” said Jessica Wright, Standlee Marketing Program Manager.
For over 30 years, Standlee has produced the highest quality forage products available. Standlee Premium Western Forage® products are available in alfalfa, alfalfa blends, orchard grass, and timothy grass and come in different formats including bales (compressed bales, compressed and shrink-wrapped Grab & Go® bales), cubes, pellets, chopped, shreds and treats.
“The USEA is incredibly lucky to have the partnership of Standlee Premium Western Forage,” said USEA CEO Rob Burk. “Consistent quality is the first thing that comes to mind when I think of Standlee products. They understand that forage is the most important part of a horse’s diet. Some horse owners forget that fact, but eventers that understand good horsemanship feed Standlee to ensure that their horses are receiving proper nutrition for whatever their pursuits.”
About Standlee Premium Western Forage
Founded in 1981, Standlee® Forage is the proud grower and manufacturer of “Standlee Premium Western Forage” and a leader in the forage industry. Standlee is committed to growing, producing, manufacturing and selling the highest quality forage products nationally and internationally. Quality is evident in Standlee Premium Western Forage® products and in the way they do business. Check out the complete line of products at www.standleeforage.com.
About the United States Eventing Association
The USEA is a non-profit 501(c)(3), educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers and officials; maintaining responsible safety standards; and registering qualified competitions and clinics, the USEA offers a strong and continuous training opportunity for an ever-expanding field of world-class competitors. Just as importantly, the USEA provides a means for all riders, regardless of age or ability, to experience the thrill of eventing. To learn more, visit www.useventing.com.
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