Education
- PhD, University of Minnesota, 2006
- MS, University of Minnesota, 2000
- BS, University of Wisconsin - River Falls, 1998
Research
Interests
- Equine Forage Utilization and Management
- Forage Related Equine Health Issues
- Poisonous Plants and Weed Control
- Equine Industry Impacts and Trends
Teaching Responsibilities
- ANSC 2055: Horse Health Management (co-instructor)
- CVM 6195: Veterinary Toxicology (co-instructor)
Extension Programs and Outreach
- Fall Regional Horse Owner Programs
- Winter Regional Horse Owner Programs
- University of Minnesota Monthly Horse e-Newsletter
- Horse Website (www.extension.umn.edu/horse)
- Factsheets
- Guest speaking at various local, regional and national horse owner programs and events
Honors
and Awards
- Joint Council of Extension Professionals Team Award presented to the HorseQuest Leadership Team, 2011.
- Equine Science Society Outstanding Young Professional Award, 2011.
- State Runner-up, Publication Division, National Association of County Agricultural Agents Communications Contest, 2011.
- State Winner and Regional Finalist, Factsheet Division, National Association of County Agricultural Agents Communications Contest, 2010.
- State Winner and Regional Finalist, Publication Division, National Association of County Agricultural Agents Communications Contest, 2010.
- State Winner, Team Newsletter Division, National Association of County Agricultural Agents Communications Contest, 2010.
- National University Telecommunications Network Shirley Davis Award for Excellence in Synchronous Distance Learning for Equine Webinars. Presented to eXtension and My Horse University, 2009.
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National Association of County Agricultural Agents. Nation Communication Winner. Publication Division, 2008.
- Minnesota Association of Extension Agricultural Educators State Winner. Publication Division, 2008.
- Minnesota Association of Extension Agricultural Educators State Winner. Fact Sheet Division, 2007.
- 1st Place Graduate Student Paper, Western Society of Weed Science, 2004.
- 2nd Place Graduate Student Poster, Western Society of Weed Science, 2004.
- Carolyn M. Crosby Graduate Fellowship, 2002.
- 1st Place Graduate Student Paper, North Central Weed Science Society, 2002.
- 1st Place Graduate Student Poster, North Central Weed Science Society, 1999.
- Merit Award, University of Minnesota, Ag Professional Field School, 1999.
Affiliations
- American Society of Animal Science
- Equine Science Society
- eXtension Horse (Horse Quest)
- Midwest American Society of Animal Science
- Midwest Forage Association
- Minnesota Association of Extension Educators
- Minnesota Association of Agricultural Educators
- North Central Weed Science Society
Publications (2007-2011)
- Refereed Articles -
Martinson, K., J. Wiersma, B. Durgan, L. Behnken, and F. Breitenbach. 2011. Response of oat and broadleaf weeds to postemergence herbicides. Online. Crop Management doi:10.1094/CM-2011-0328-02-RS.
Martinson, K., E. Wieland, and T. Bartholomay. 2010. Evaluation of an electronic horse owner newsletter. Journal of Extension [On-line], 48(2) Article 2RIB5. Available at: http://www.joe.org/joe/2010april/rb5.php.
Martinson, K.L., B.R. Durgan, F. Forcella, J.J. Wiersma, K. Spokas, and D. Archer. 2007. An emergence model for wild Oat (Avena fatua). Weed Sci. 55: 584-591.
Martinson, K.L., B.R. Durgan, and J.J. Wiersma. 2007. Wild oat (Avena fatua L.) control with reduced rates of postemergence herbicides. Online. Crop Management doi:10.1094/CM-2007-0219-02-RS.
- Book Chapters -
Cargill, E., K. Martinson, and L. Hovda. 2011. Cardiac Glycosides. Chapter 90, pp. 696-704. In Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult. Clinical Companion. Small Animal Toxicology. Wiley-Blackwell, Ames, IA (865 pages).
Martinson, K. and L. Hovda. 2011. Lilies. Chapter 91, pp. 705-710. In Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult. Clinical Companion. Small Animal Toxicology. Wiley-Blackwell, Ames, IA (865 pages).
Martinson, K. and L. Hovda. 2011. Yew. Chapter 97, pp. 750-755. In Blackwell’s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult. Clinical Companion. Small Animal Toxicology. Wiley-Blackwell, Ames, IA (865 pages).
- Proceedings -
Martinson, K. 2010. Effect of harvest moisture, bale wrapping, and an organic acid on forage quality in grass hay. Proc., 2010 Minnesota Forage Res. Symposium, St. Cloud, MN. p. 35.
Martinson, K., H. Jung, and C. Sheaffer. 2010. Loss of carbohydrates from water soaked hay. Proc., 71st Minnesota Nutrition Conf., Owatonna, MN. p. 44.
Martinson, K. and C. Sheaffer. 2010. The effect of harvest moisture, bale wrapping, and the application of an organic acid blend on forage quality and temperature in grass hay. Proc., Midwest Forage Assoc. Ann. Mtg. (CD-ROM Computer File), Wisconsin Dells, WI.
Martinson, K. and C. Sheaffer. 2010. Moisture and wrapping affects temperature and hay quality. Proc., 71st Minnesota Nutrition Conf., Owatonna, MN. p. 52.
Martinson, K. and M. Murphy. 2009. Poisonous plants in livestock feeding. Proc., 70th Minnesota Nutrition Conf., Owatonna, MN. p. 106.
Martinson, K. and C. Sheaffer. 2009. The effect of moisture and bale wrapping on temperature and forage quality in horse quality grass hay. Proc., Midwest Forage Assoc. Ann. Mtg. (CD-ROM Computer File), Wisconsin Dells, WI.
Williams, C.A., K. Martinson, and A. Swinker. 2009. Developing forage based online learning lessons for horse owners. Proc., eXtension Annual Conference, St. Louis, MO. p. 37.
Brady, C.M., K. Martinson, and E. Greene. 2008. How to incorporate the newest national extension program (eXtension). Proc., Galaxy 3 Conference, Indianapolis, IN. p. 8.
- Extension Publications -
Earing, J. and K. Martinson. 2011. Regulations for manure management on Minnesota horse farms. University of Minnesota Extension Factsheet. 2 pages.
Hathaway, M. and K. Martinson. 2011. Equine winter care. University of Minnesota Extension Factsheet. 4 pages.
Martinson, K. and J. Earing. 2011. Equine Fencing options. University of Minnesota Extension Factsheet. 3 pages.
Martinson, K., J. Earing, and C. Sheaffer. 2011. Interpreting an equine forage analysis. University of Minnesota Extension Factsheet. 2 pages.
Martinson, K., C. Sheaffer, and W. Coblentz. 2011. The effect of harvest moisture and bale wrapping on temperature and mold counts in grass hay. University of Minnesota Extension Factsheet. 4 pages.
Martinson, K., J. Wilson, K. Cleary, K. Ross, W. Lazarus, W. Thomas, and M. Hathaway. 2011. Round-bale feeder design affects hay waste and economics during horse feeding. University of Minnesota Extension Factsheet. 4 pages.
Rankin, M., K. Martinson, C. Sheaffer, and J. Earing. 2011. Frost seeding forages into established pastures. University of Minnesota Extension Factsheet. 2 pages.
Undersander, D., M. Hall, R. Leep, K. Martinson, J.L. Sandberg, G. Shewmaker, D. Westerhaus, and L. Whitlow. 2010. Do not feed moldy hay to horses. University of Minnesota Extension Online Publication. 2 pages.
Martinson, K. 2009. Horse hay suppliers in Minnesota. 4 pages.
Martinson, K., R. Becker, L. Hovda, and M. Murphy. 2009. Plants commonly found in established Minnesota horse pastures. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Publication. 48 pages.
Martinson, K., and J. Wilson. 2009. Equine economics: Optimizing horse health and management on a budget. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Factsheet 08645. 4 pages.
Martinson, K., and J. Wilson. 2009. Humane options for unwanted horses. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Fact Sheet 08640.
Martinson, K., R. Becker, M. Murphy, and L. Hovda. 2008. Common (non-poisonous) horse pasture weeds. 2’ x 3’ Poster.
Martinson, K., R. Becker, P. Peterson, M. Murphy, and L. Hovda. 2008. Recommended grass and legume horse pasture species. 2’ x 3’ Poster.
Martinson, K. 2007. Identification and control of Minnesota primary noxious weeds and weeds of concern in Washington County. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Fact Sheet. 2 pages.
Martinson, K. 2007. National Animal Identification plan for Minnesota horse premises. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Fact Sheet M08457. 2 pages.
Martinson, K., B. Durgan, and R. Becker. 2007. The eleven primary noxious weeds of Minnesota. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Fact Sheet 08489. 4 pages.
Martinson, K., L. Hovda, and M. Murphy. 2007. Plants poisonous or harmful to horses in the North Central United States. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Publication 08491. 44 pages.
Martinson, K., and P. Peterson. 2007. Buying and storing horse hay. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Fact Sheet M08463. 4 pages.
Martinson, K., and P. Peterson. 2007. Common Minnesota horse pasture grass and legume species. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Fact Sheet 08490. 4 pages.
Martinson, K., and P. Peterson. 2007. Managing established horse pastures. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Fact Sheet M08460. 4 pages.
Martinson, K., and L. Stahl. 2007. Use caution when buying and harvesting ditch hay. Univ. of Minnesota Extension Fact Sheet M1197. 2 pages.
- Invited Presentations -
Martinson, K. 2010. Improving equine forage utilization. Texas A & M Horse Owner Program.
Martinson, K. 2009 (June). Wild Parsnip. Pope County Weed Awareness Program, Glenwood, MN.
Martinson, K. 2009 (April). The 11 primary noxious weeds of Minnesota. Ramsey County Master Gardeners, St. Paul, MN.
Martinson, K. 2009 (April). Scholarship and engagement in the Extension promotion process. Minnesota Association of Extension Educators Spring Professional Development Meeting and Program (On-line Webinar).
Martinson, K. 2009 (March). Horse hay trends and marketing strategies. St. Croix Valley Forage Council Annual Meeting, Stillwater, MN.
Martinson, K. 2009 (Feb.). Horse hay trends and marketing strategies. Minnesota Forage Days, Rochester, MN.
Martinson, K. 2008. Topics: Poisonous plants; Equine pasture management; Forage related equine health issues. University of Vermont.
Martinson, K. 2008 (Oct.). Horse pasture management. Cambridge Public School District Community Education Course, Cambridge, MN.
Martinson, K. 2008 (June). Wild parsnip. Pope County Weed Awareness Program, Glenwood, MN.
Martinson, K. 2008 (April). Topic: Developing a professional poster using MS Publisher; Using audience response software – Turning Point. Minnesota Association of Extension Educators Spring Professional Development Meeting and Program, Andover, MN.
Martinson, K. 2008 (April). The 11 primary noxious weeds of Minnesota. Chisago County Master Gardeners, North Branch, MN.
Martinson, K. 2008 (April). Use caution when harvesting and feeding ditch hay. Rights of Way Applicators Conference, St. Paul, MN.
- Abstracts -
Allen, E., K. Martinson, and C. Sheaffer. 2011. Equine grazing preferences and persistence of cool-season grasses. J. Equine Vet. Sci. 31. pp. 291-292.
Allen, E., K. Martinson, and C. Sheaffer. 2011. Yield and quality of twelve cool-season grasses under horse grazing. J. Equine Vet. Sci. 31. pp. 284-285.
Anderson, K.P, E.A. Greene, and K. Martinson. 2011. Assessing the impact and usefulness of eXtension horses. J. Equine Vet. Sci. 31. pp. 345-346.
Cleary, K., K. Martinson, J. Wilson, W. Lazarus, W. Thomas, and M. Hathaway. 2011. Round-bale feeder design affects hay waste and economics during horse feeding. J. Equine Vet. Sci. 31. pp. 292-293.
Greene, E.A., R. Gilker, and K. Martinson. 2011. Greener pastures, stable footing, and seeking balance: An easy-to-use land stewardship series for all horse owners. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 89, E-Suppl. 1. p. 320.
Martinson, K., E. Allen, and C. Sheaffer. 2011. Equine grazing preferences of twelve cool season grasses. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 89, E-Suppl. 1. pp. 674-675.
Martinson, K., K. Cleary, K. Ross, J. Wilson, W. Lazarus, W. Thomas, and M. Hathaway. 2011. Round-bale feeder design affects hay waste and intake during horse feeding. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 89, E-Suppl. 1. pp. 319.
Martinson, K., H. Jung, M. Hathaway, and C. Sheaffer. 2011. The effect of soaking hay on dry matter loss and fructan removal. J. Equine Vet. Sci. 31. pp. 278-279.
Martinson, K., C. Skelly, and L. Fisher. 2011. Measuring the effectiveness of a Facebook fan page for equine Extension programs. J. Equine Vet. Sci. 31. pp. 344-345.
Schneider, I., A. Date, E. Venegas, and K. Martinson. 2011. Economic impact and demographics of recreational horse trail users in Minnesota. J. Equine Vet. Sci. 31. pp. 333-334.
Allen, E., K. Martinson, and C. Sheaffer. 2010. Effect of harvest moisture, bale wrapping, and an organic acid on forage quality in grass hay. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 88, E-Suppl. 2/ J. Dairy Sci. Vol. 93, E-Suppl. 1/ Poult. Sci. Vol. 89, E-Suppl. 1. pp. 624-625.
Cleary, K., K. Martinson, J. Wilson, and M. Hathaway. 2010. Round bale feeder design affects hay waste during horse feeding: A preliminary study. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 88, E-Suppl. 3. p. 147.
Martinson, K., H. Jung, and C. Sheaffer. 2010. Soaking hay in water to reduce soluble carbohydrate concentrations prior to horse feeding. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 88, E-Suppl. 2/ J. Dairy Sci. Vol. 93, E-Suppl. 1/ Poult. Sci. Vol. 89, E-Suppl. 1. p. 202.
Martinson, K. and T. Lentz. 2010. Update on horse processing (slaughter). J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 88, E-Suppl. 2/ J. Dairy Sci. Vol. 93, E-Suppl. 1/ Poult. Sci. Vol. 89, E-Suppl. 1. pp. 12-13. Invited Presentation.
Martinson, K., J. Wilson, T. Turner, B. Colombo, C. McKenzie, and D. Fitzpatrick. 2010. The gelding project. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 88, E-Suppl. 3. p. 58.
Wilson, J., K. Martinson, T. Turner, B. Columbo, C. McKenzie, D. Fitzpatrick, and K. D’Amato. 2010. Community service experience, veterinary student training, and owner education via castration clinics for horses of economically challenged owners in the United States. 6th International Colloquium on Working Equids, New Delhi, India.
Martinson, K. 2009. Using audience response software in equine extension programs. ASAS Meeting, Montreal, Canada.
Martinson, K., and T. Bartholomay. 2009. Evaluating equine extension and outreach programs. J. of Equine Vet. Sci. 29:5 454-455 (Abstr.).
Martinson, K., and C. Sheaffer. 2009. The effect of moisture and bale wrapping on grass hay. J. of Equine Vet. Sci. 29:5 428-429 (Abstr.).
Williams, C.A., K. Martinson, and A. Swinker. 2009. Developing forage based online learning lessons for horse owners. Proc., eXtension Annual Conf., St. Louis, MO. p. 37.
Brady, C.M., K. Martinson, and E. Greene. 2008. How to Incorporate the newest national extension program (eXtension). Proc., Galaxy 3 Conf., Indianapolis, IN. p. 8.
Martinson, K., L. Behnken, F. Breitenbach, J. Wiersma, and B. Durgan. 2007. Broadleaf weed control in oat. North Central Weed Sci. Soc., St. Louis, MO. (Abstr. 5)
- Newsletters -
University of Minnesota Horse e-Newsletter
Forage Quarterly e-Newsletter Articles
- Nov. 2009: “Poisonous Weeds in Hay”
- Aug. 2009: “Moldy Hay and Horses”
- May 2009: “Sugars in Pastures: Equine Concerns”
- Feb. 2009: “MN Hay Auctions”
- May 2008: “Expect Higher Horse Hay Prices”
- Nov. 2007: “Preventing Hay Fires: Moisture and Storage”
Forage Focus Quarterly e-Newsletter Articles
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Aug. 2010: “Weed Control in Grass Based Horse Pastures”
- Mar. 2010: “Round Bale Feeder Design Affects Hay Waste During Horse Feeding: A Preliminary Study”
- Nov. 2009: “Research Update”
- Aug. 2009: “Identification of Legumes”
- May 2009: “Not all Horses Should Graze”
- Dec. 2008: "Identification of Common, Cool-Season Perennial Pasture Grasses”
- Aug. 2008: "Horse Owners Should Prepare for Higher Hay Prices"
- Mar. 2008: “Pasture Site Planning”
- Nov. 2007: “Equine Forage Research Update” and “Preventing Hay Fires”
- Aug. 2007: “Interpreting an Equine Hay Analysis” and “Tips on Hay Storage”
- May 2007: “Fencing Options for Horses”
- Mar. 2007: “Species Selection & Rates for Horse Pastures”
Midwest Forage Associ8ation Clippings
- Mar. 2010: “Round Bale Feeder Design Affects Hay Waste During Horse Feeding: A Preliminary Study"
Cropping Issues in Northwest Minnesota e-News Articles
- Jul. 2007: “Use Caution When Harvesting and Feeding Ditch Hay" (Vol. 4 Issue 9).
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- National Webinars and On-line Chats -
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