Dr Kusano outlines the successful Japanese racing and breeding strategy for excellence that has led to its worldwide success, and drawing on comparisons between the structure of the Japanese and the UK offers some views on what the UK might consider to address some of its current challenges. 

Join Joe Bradley, Eileen Harte and Adam Holland as they discuss the skills required for working on a stud farm and the value of positive working environments.

Chairman of the Horseracing Industry People Board, Neil Hayward, discusses the challenges facing breeding and racing in the recruitment and retention of its workforce.

Take a listen to keynote speaker, trainer Richard Phillips, at this year's TBA Bloodstock Conference talk passionately about the importance of National Racehorse Week and supporting people in to the industry.

Hosted by the Thoroughbred Breeders' Association, Vanessa Ryle (Sky Sports Racing) leads a panel of industry experts in discussion at the Foal Forum.