by HorseMinute.com | Mar 17, 2025 | Horse Breeding
A bill in Florida aimed at saving thoroughbred horse racing and leveling the playing field for the parimutuel industry has undergone significant changes to address concerns from the thoroughbred industry. The proposed committee substitute (PCS) maintains decoupling...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 17, 2025 | Horse Breeding
Horse Sport Ireland has announced the allocation of almost €600,000 to 86 equestrian bodies, societies, and show organizations in Ireland as part of the 2025 Breeding Grant Scheme, funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Five organizations in Co...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 17, 2025 | Horse Breeding
The University of Kentucky’s Equine Initiative, now UK Ag Equine Programs, was formed in 2005 to serve horses and the horse industry through collaboration between the university and various equine organizations. The program has made significant contributions to...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 16, 2025 | Horse Breeding
The article discusses the potential impact of a 25% tariff on horses entering the United States from Canada on Canadian breeders and owners. The uncertainty surrounding the implementation of the tariff has led to changes in breeding plans and sales strategies, with...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 16, 2025 | Horse Breeding
McGaw, a bargain buy, won the TBV VOBIS Platinum Showdown for trainers David and Emma-Lee Browne and Swettenham Stud. The victory marked a rags-to-riches story for the horse, who has now earned over $600,000 from just two starts. Dream Thoroughbreds’ Befuddle,...
by HorseMinute.com | Mar 14, 2025 | Horse Breeding
The article discusses the unique genetic traits of Icelandic horses that allow them to perform special gaits such as tölt and flying pace. Researcher Heiðrún Sigur∂ardóttir identified two new genes that influence these gaits, in addition to a previously known gene....
