AQHA Ranching Overview
Welcome to AQHA Ranching
American Quarter Horses and ranching go hand in hand, and it's our goal at AQHA to preserve that working tradition.
Competitions
There are a variety of ways to compete in ranching events with your American Quarter Horse.
The Versatility Ranch Horse competition promotes the athletic ability and versatility of the horse and is demonstrated in five classes – ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch reining, ranch cow work and ranch conformation. There are divisions for open, amateur, cowboy and youth. For complete rules and regulations, refer to the AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations.
Programs
AQHA offers programs for all ages that celebrate the ranching American Quarter Horse.
AQHA has a ranching competition or breeding program that suites the talents and pedigree of your ranch-bred American Quarter Horse. Learn more, and get started!
News and Blogs
From awards and event coverage to touching stories from the ranch, we're covering every aspect of the ranching industry for you.
Never miss the latest news, blogs and coverage from your ranching community. Tune in to the latest from AQHA.
November 20, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The 2019 AQHA International Best Remuda award was presented November 8 during the Working Ranch Cowboy Association World Championship Ranch Rodeo in Amarillo, Texas.
November 20, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The 2019 AQHA Best Remuda award was presented November 10 during the Working Ranch Cowboy Association World Championship Ranch Rodeo in Amarillo, Texas.
November 20, 2019 | News and Publications
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Stallion Breeding Reports
Follow step-by-step and learn how to file submit an online AQHA stallion breeding report.
November 19, 2019 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Foundation ambassadors program
Join the Texas drivers who support the American Quarter Horse Foundation with American Quarter Horse specialty license plates.
November 18, 2019 | News and Publications
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Ranching
AQHA introduces the 2020-2021 Team Wrangler, a collection of elite AQHA Professional Horsemen who will promote the American Quarter Horse and the western lifestyle through educational outreach.