Breeding and Bloodstock
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The latest news, features and analysis on the thoroughbred breeding and bloodstock industry.
From Royal Ascot to industry coalface - Hore-Lacy steps into Thoroughbred Breeders hot seat
Andrew Hore-Lacy spent 15 years at the Seven Network but he’s ready for the challenge of leading peak body Thoroughbred Breeders Australia during a time of considerable industry issues.
2025 Stallion Fees - Latest
The latest service fees for Australia and New Zealand for the 2025 breeding season.
Working overtime – The Australian-based stallions covering to northern hemisphere time
Yulong’s global perspective on its breeding operations saw Alabama Express and Written Tycoon both in action in the barn over autumn, propelling the son of Redoute’s Choice to an Australian high of 241 covers across the “2024” breeding season.
Storm Boy to stud - Coolmore calls time on Justify colt’s international campaign
Coolmore’s high-priced colt Storm Boy will return to Australia in August to join the Hunter Valley stud’s stallion roster after two below-par performances in the northern hemisphere.
Run The Numbers – Trainers maketh the stallion
Chris Waller’s influence on the Australian breeding industry extends well beyond just the stallions he has trained himself. This week’s Run The Numbers digs into the number of winners he has prepared by Australia’s top sires.
Tail of the tape - a report card on 2024’s million-dollar yearlings
Forty-two yearlings sold for $1 million or more during the 2024 Australasian sales season. As that crop are about to turn three years of age, The Straight checks out how they have fared so far on the racetrack.
Rowe On Monday - Vieira flying high with Trapeze Artist, Buccleuch boost for Twin Hills sire, more Playing God progeny for Pearce brothers
In this week's Rowe On Monday, Bert Vieira speaks about his unwavering faith in Trapeze Artist, a massiver day for Ollie Tait in both the UK and Australia, and trainers Ben and Daniel Pearce stay solid with Playing God's stock.