While attending national & regional equine events, a repetitive theme prevailed; participants, trainers, instructors, and students shared their concerns with John & Teri about the effects of dust for themselves & their horses, and with good reason. No one is immune!Fugitive dust is the leading cause of respiratory illnesses, with a comprehensive list of acronyms of zoonotic diseases & viruses that arena dust can carry into the lungs of horses & participants.
Muddy pastures, standing water in paddocks, and poor drainage can make horsekeeping a nightmare. Not only do these conditions damage your pastures, they can also pose serious health risks to your horses, from soft hooves to dangerous slips and falls, colic, eating muddy hay, etc. PastureDRY™ is designed to solve these problems at the source by breaking through the hardpan or clay layer beneath the surface that prevents water from draining.
When applied to wet or muddy areas, PastureDRY™ penetrates through thewater andmud down into the soil, breaking apart the dense layers that trap water on the surface. This allows the water to drain naturally into the ground. To get the best results, you should first measure the depth of the mud using a stick or snow pole—this will help determine the correct dilution ratio for your conditions.
The PastureDR Y™ product worked a miracle on our dry lot and muddy pasture. We’ve had non-stop rain and awful muddy conditions, leading to abscesses for our equine and plain annoyance for those of us caring for them. We have plans for repairing the areas, but that is a longer-term project. I was hoping PastureDRY™ would be our emergency stop gap, and it was. It worked the first day. After following John’s simple instructions. Ther is finally respite from muddy ankles while feeding and our equines get to enjoy dry ground before the sun has even returned, after standing in mud for weeks. Thank you, John and ARENACLEAR™
Will It Work In Dense Clay Soil?
Yes—PastureDRY™ is proven to work in even the most stubborn clay soils. In fact, one of the most impressive results came from a construction company in Southern California that had been watering for two and a half weeks and only achieved 2 inches of penetration. After applying PastureDRY™, they reached 18½ inches of penetration in just 8 days, enough to get their project approved and save thousands in costs.
Under normal circumstances, PastureDRY™ is a permanent solution. Once the hardpan or clay barrier is broken up, the area continues to drain properly unless it is re-compacted by heavy traffic or covered with materials like straw, sawdust, or shavings. In those cases, reapplication may be necessary, but for most pastures, a single treatment lasts indefinitely.
PastureDRY™ is useful in a wide range of situations. It can be applied to hillsides or slopes to prevent erosion and direct water down into the soil instead of letting it run off. It’s excellent for roads, racetracks, and parking lots where it can eliminate potholes and reduce the need for grading. Gardeners and landscapers love it for making hard ground easier to dig, whether for trees, shrubs, or fence posts.
Yes—PastureDRY™ is non-toxic and safe for all animals, people, and plants. Horses can be turned back out on treated areas once the product has been applied and absorbed. Because it works with the soil’s natural composition rather than coating it with harmful chemicals, it’s an eco-friendly solution for long-term pasture improvement.
Application is easy and requires no heavy equipment. The product is mixed with water and sprayed evenly over the affected area. From there, you simply let it work its way into the soil. There’s no need for labor-intensive digging or expensive drainage systemsor grids.
Most customers see a dramatic difference within days. Standing water disappears, muddy areas dry out, and grass is able to grow again where it was previously drowned out. Horses have safer footing, and pastures become usable againsoon after heavy rain.
Temporary solutions like adding gravel, sand, or wood chips can be costly, labor-intensive, and often create more problems in the long run. These materials can mix with the soil, making mud even harder to manage. PastureDRY™ solves the problem at its root by improving the soil’s ability to drain—permanently in most cases.
Yes—because it typically only needs to be applied once, the long-term savings over repeated temporary fixes are substantial. You also save on labor and equipment costs, since application is quick and straightforward. Then there is the tremendous Health advantage of NOT having your horses feet in wet mud while they wait for you at the gate, or in their corrals! Few things are worse than Hoof problems!
The PastureDRY™ teamwill help you determine the right dilution ratio based on your soil type and mud depth. They can also advise you on the best times and methods for application to ensure optimal results. Just pick up the phone and tell them about Your horse property and let them help you today!!
TRC & Associates, Inc. has worked in the equine and agricultural industries since 1997. They are the team that introduced the well-known StallDry® product into the USA and built a nationwide distribution network for that moisture and ammonia control product. ARENACLEAR™ and PastureDRY™ grew out of the same focus on improving the health of horses, livestock, and the people who work with them.
Muddy pastures, standing water in paddocks, and poor drainage. According to TRC, those conditions can cause soft hooves, slips and falls, abscesses, colic, and the problem of horses eating muddy hay. PastureDRY™ is designed to solve these problems at the source by breaking through the hardpan or clay layer beneath the surface that prevents water from draining naturally.
PastureDRY™ is documented to work in stubborn clay. One example cited by TRC: a construction company in Southern California had been watering for two and a half weeks and only achieved 2 inches of penetration. After applying PastureDRY™, they reached 18½ inches of penetration in just 8 days, enough to get their project approved.
Under normal circumstances, PastureDRY™ is a permanent solution. Once the hardpan or clay barrier is broken up, the area continues to drain properly unless it is re-compacted by heavy traffic or covered with materials like straw, sawdust, or shavings. In those cases, reapplication may be necessary, but for most pastures, a single treatment lasts indefinitely.
Yes — PastureDRY™ is non-toxic and safe for all animals, people, and plants. Horses can be turned back out on treated areas once the product has been applied and absorbed. It works with the soil's natural composition rather than coating it with chemicals, which TRC describes as an eco-friendly approach to long-term pasture improvement.
Application is simple and requires no heavy equipment. The product is mixed with water and sprayed evenly over the affected area. From there it works its way into the soil — no labor-intensive digging, no expensive drainage systems or grids. To get the best results, first measure the depth of the mud using a stick or snow pole; this determines the correct dilution ratio.
PastureDRY™ is also used on hillsides and slopes (to prevent erosion and direct water down into the soil), on roads, racetracks, and parking lots (to eliminate potholes and reduce the need for grading), and by gardeners and landscapers (to make hard ground easier to dig for trees, shrubs, or fence posts).
Call TRC's friendly staff at (877) 880-3878 or 330-388-3197. The team will help determine the right dilution ratio based on your soil type and mud depth, and advise on the best timing and methods for application. TRC is at 1088 Brandywine Drive, Medina, Ohio 44256.
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