You thought inflation was a problem.
The price of hay has been climbing steadily since the summer.
Now, the number of HMAs with fertility control programs has increased to 14, per the roundup schedule dated October 21, compared to 10 in the August 30 schedule.
The number of animals targeted grew by 4.6%. Overall, 24.2% of the horses allowed by plan will be treated, probably with PZP, keeping the resource scales in most of the areas tipped in favor of the public-lands ranchers for longer periods of time.
Western Horse Watchers Association 