Betsy Greene PhD, Author at Animal Disease Biosecurity Coordinated Agricultural Project

Author: Betsy Greene PhD

Betsy Greene PhD is a professor and Extension horse specialist at the University of Arizona. Her previous statewide Extension programs at the University of Vermont focused on preventative care and maintenance for horse health, safety, equine business, and pasture management. She has been active in the leadership of the eXtension “HorseQuest Community of Practice,” and has secured extramural funding for her research/outreach in pasture management, youth safety, and more. She collaborated with several state agencies to develop educational materials for equine owners and producers, including the award winning National Horse Safety on the Road Public Service Announcement. At the University of Arizona, her Extension program has a heavy emphasis on working with agricultural agents, 4-H leaders and youth to develop strong 4-H education programming, as well as addressing statewide industry issues. She received a PhD from Kansas State University, a Master of Science in Animal Science from the University of Arizona, a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and an A.A.S. in Veterinary Technology from Morehead State University in Kentucky.

*Article co-authored by Betsy Greene and Kris Hiney The SCRUB (Science Creates Real Understanding of Biosecurity) Kit is a hands-on curriculum in the final stages of development, and designed for use in agriculture classrooms or with youth groups such as…