The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is excited to welcome back Standlee Hay Company Inc. as the "Official Forage of the USEA." They will also join as the “Title Sponsor of the USEA Horse of the Year Leaderboard,” “Gold Level Sponsor of the USEA American Eventing Championships,” “Contributing Level Sponsor of the USEA Future Event Horse Program,” and “Contributing Level Sponsor of the USEA Young Event Horse Program.”
Standlee Hay Company was founded in 1981 and is the grower and manufacturer of “Standlee Premium Western Forage” and a leader in the forage industry. Their company mission is to cultivate the connection between customers and those they care for by providing value through support, education, and premium products. Standlee Premium Western Forage offers a variety of forage types in a wide range of formats including pellets, cubes, chopped, and bales.
“Standlee Hay Company provides the highest quality forage for horse owners across the country and we are proud to have them as the Official Forage of the USEA,” said USEA CEO Rob Burk. “We are very thankful for our corporate partners like Standlee Hay Company as they provide unwavering support for U.S. Eventing.”
Standlee Hay Company has products for horses, small animals, poultry, and other livestock, and their products can be found in stores across the country. Check out their 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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The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is excited to announce a request for expressions of interest to host the first standalone USEA Intercollegiate & Interscholastic Eventing Championships in 2026 and 2027. With the success of the inaugural joint championships in 2024, the USEA is confident that the progression of these programs lends to a standalone event for these hardworking students in 5th through 12th grade and undergraduate college programs.
The USEA Annual Meeting & Convention is easily one of the most influential weeks in the sport of eventing in the U.S. and this year it is headed to Seattle, Washington, Dec. 12-15. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown talks about all the details surrounding this year's Convention with USEA CEO Rob Burk and USEA President Lou Leslie. From important discussions around safety and horsemanship to a charity poker tournament and more, there is so much going on in Seattle this year that you won't want to miss!
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