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The ‘Nuts & Bolts’ Behind the American Farriers Journal Farrier Business Practices Survey

By Frank Lessiter posted on July 20, 2026 | Posted in Business Practices
A number of recent Facebook comments about the American Farriers Journal (AFJ) yearly Farrier Business Practices Benchmark survey provides me with the opportunity to explain the details and methodology behind the only in-depth analysis of the farrier industry. Anvil Brand, Glue-U, Hoof MD and Vetericyn sponsor the survey.
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[Podcast] A Conversation with Bobby Salsbury

In this episode of the American Farriers Journal Podcast, brought to you by Hoof MD, International Horseshoeing Hall of Famer Tom Curl sits down with owner of California Farrier Supply, Bobby Salsbury.
By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on July 9, 2026 | Posted in Education
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal Podcast, brought to you by Hoof MD, International Horseshoeing Hall of Famer Tom Curl sits down with owner of California Farrier Supply, Bobby Salsbury.
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