Kill Pens
BY IGONK, FEBRUARY 16, 2026
Webthe journey to a horse kill pen typically begins when a horse is deemed unwanted or surplus by its owner. In some cases, horses are surrendered directly to the pens by their. Websince 2015, the price of “kill pen horses” has tripled and quadrupled even though the price per pound of horse meat has remained fairly constant.
In 2016, the industry saw a surge.