Breeding and Bloodstock

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The latest news, features and analysis on the thoroughbred breeding and bloodstock industry.

‘Playing chess with nature’ - How the Aga Khan changed the global thoroughbred industry

The death of renowned racing figure the Aga Khan was felt around the world. He is the latest of a generation of 20th century thoroughbred pioneers to pass away with leading industry figures paying tribute and reflecting on his legacy.

An Aussie success story - Stewart drives global ambitions for start-up Pedigrees 360

The sale of an Australian thoroughbred software company to leviathan American investor John Stewart has been completed, with ambitious plans under way to expand the product.

Run The Numbers – The growing band of sire centurions

At the weekend, Spirit Of Boom and So You Think became the fifth and sixth Australian stallions so far to register 100 individual winners for the 2024/25 season. It is a historically high number for this time of year. Run The Numbers digs into the background of this trend.

Magic in March - QTIS sale catalogue released

The catalogue for the Magic Millions March Yearling Sale, a favourite with Queensland owners and trainers, has been released by the Gold Coast-based auction house.

Rowe On Monday - Rosemont eyes milestone moment, the future of boutique breeders and Stud and Stable Staff Award nominations open

In this week's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe provides a timely analysis of Rosemont Stud's foray into the colts syndication model, canvasses Robert Crabtree's thoughts on the future of smaller breeding operations and provides an update on the industry's Stud and Stable Staff awards.

Dorrington far from done - Crabtree sells property but links with Noorilim Park

Robert Crabtree has sold his Dorrington Farm property near Nagambie and will enter into a joint venture with Noorilim Park to continue breeding racehorses as he has since the 1980s.

Satono Aladdin's Book 2 Karaka double act

Rich Hill Stud stallion Satono Aladdin has provided the headline acts of Book 2 of Karaka 2025, siring the highest-priced lots on both Wednesday and Thursday.
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