The equestrian industry has been making great strides towards a greener and more sustainable future. H&H finds out about some of the latest products and initiatives to be launched
MAKING eco-friendly choices has been described as a “necessity” as the equestrian industry takes more steps to be greener.
More companies are moving towards products made from recycled materials, reducing single-use plastics and packaging; giving customers an opportunity to help protect the environment.
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H&H senior news writer
Since joining H&H in 2018, Becky has covered a broad range of equestrian news including welfare matters, veterinary studies, FEI Tribunal hearings and road safety campaigns. She has also interviewed top riders including Scott Brash, John Whitaker and Ian Stark, to name just a few. Becky’s reporting has taken her to Canada for Spruce Meadows and France for Pau five-star, as well as the Royal Highland and Blair Castle International Horse Trials closer to home. She was also a key part of the remote reporting team for the Tokyo Olympics and the Europeans.
