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Equine Reproduction Course

Offered by The University of Edinburgh - The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, this online short-course covers the anatomy and physiology of equine reproduction, evaluation of breeding soundness, management techniques and the latest technologies used across the industry. 

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NEW: National Hunt Breeders’ Forum

The Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association (TBA) is delighted to announce an expert panel for the National Hunt Breeders’ Forum taking place on Thursday 21 November as part of the inaugural Breeders’ Day at Warwick racecourse where the both the race programme for the afternoon and supporting activity is centered around NH breeders.

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Be A Part Of It: Breeding In Britain - a new six-part series

Britain is home to world-leading breeding operations and a new series portrays six of those studs with the aim of encouraging future international investment into British breeding. Breeders from all around the world have set up studs or broodmare bands in Britain, recognising the outstanding boarding facilities, welfare standards and the expertise of the breeding industry.

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Sales Welfare Guidelines

Updated guidelines for the preparation and sale of thoroughbred breeding and young stock at public auction have been published by the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association (TBA), Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association (ITBA), Goffs, Tattersalls and the Federation of Bloodstock Agents, ahead of the forthcoming yearling sales season.

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Stud Farm Course 2024: Final few places remaining

Limited spaces remaining! The Thoroughbred Breeders' Association's (TBA) Stud Farming Course is held over three days at the BRS. Open to anyone, the course gives breeders, stud staff and enthusiasts the opportunity to learn the latest in stud management from leading experts in the industry. Aimed at those who wish to build upon their own practical experience and knowledge of stud work, the course is a great way to either refresh your knowledge or learn new practice. 

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Optimising Youngstock Growth and Development

Prominent experts from the bloodstock breeding industry headed up another distinguished line up for the 2024 Gerald Leigh Lectures.

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Bloodstock Tax Guide

The Thoroughbred Breeders' Association (TBA) has released an updated version of the Bloodstock Tax Guide (May 2024) which is exclusive to TBA Membership.

This helpful document seeks to offer an overview of tax-related challenges that affect breeders, but does not replace specialist advice on particular issues.

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Paddock Principles: Rest and Repair

Speed boats and oil tankers, Mary Berry, the Glastonbury Festival... four reasons why you need to listen to this walk and talk with equine agronomist Paul Overton as he discusses what's possible in supporting your grazing pasture after a wet and mild winter.