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Ethics and Welfare

Traceability: Why it matters and what you need to know

1 lessons

Duration:

20 minutes

A mare and foal in a field.

Every thoroughbred has a story and traceability is how we make sure that story doesn't get lost along the way. From registration with the General Stud Book to covering certificates, ownership changes and career moves, each stage is a touchpoint.
Miss one, and a gap opens up in the record of where that horse is and who's responsible for it.
The Thoroughbred Breeders' Association (TBA) set out to tackle these data gaps as closing them is a shared responsibility, from the breeder who registers the foal to the owner who takes it on years later.
To help make sense of it all, the TBA has launched a new animatied resource and it's free to view.
 

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Testimonials

I found the course informative, especially the information regarding registration of mares/foals, and the Weatherbys information. All the videos were brilliant.

Linda, Breeder

Having experts in their field gave videos real resonance and depth.

Dr Deborah Butler

Easy to understand, easy to do in your own time, suitable for entry level knowledge and brushing up on experience.

Sam, Stud Employee

All the information I needed was provided and the educational videos around foaling were really easy to understand.

Josh, Owner/Breeder

A horse picking grass