Breeding and Bloodstock
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The latest news, features and analysis on the thoroughbred breeding and bloodstock industry.
Karaka demand - Huge uptick in numbers for NZB’s Ready to Run Sale
Increased demand from vendors has prompted New Zealand Bloodstock to compile an expanded catalogue for its 2025 Ready to Run Sale, to be held at Karaka in November.
Rowe On Monday - Winx influence on Yulong blueprint, Kingstar opportunities, why racing needs to keep governments onside
In today's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe delves into the genesis of Zhang Yuesheng's Australian rise, explains why Kingstar Farm is a hidden gem for breeders and recaps further insights from former Racing Queensland boss Jason Scott.
Gilgai Farm mourning the loss of Black Caviar’s sister and influential broodmare Naturale
Gilgai Farm owner Rick Jamieson and stud manager Kelly Skillecorn are mourning the death of blue hen mare Naturale, a sister to undisputed champion Black Caviar and the dam of Australia’s reigning champion first-season sire Ole Kirk.
‘Sire power like never before’ - Magic Millions releases catalogue for Gold Coast Horses in Training Sale
Magic Millions will open the two-year-old sales season for the first time since 2019 when it stages a 210-Lot auction on the Gold Coast on October 9.
‘More viability, more sustainability’ - $1 million TasBred boost heads incentives designed to reinvigorate Tassie industry
Tasracing has announced a string of initiatives to encourage Tasmania’s owners, trainers and breeders to invest in the local product on the same day an alleged betting scandal engulfed the industry.
Run The Numbers – Is the first crop the deepest?
With the breeding season days away from starting, Run The Numbers ponders the question of whether the best time to breed to a stallion is actually his first season at stud.
Rowe On Monday - Stallion star power and Hunter hospitality, more success for Mongolian owner
In today's Rowe On Monday, Tim Rowe reports on the annual Hunter Valley stallion parades as the Australian breeding season approaches, while it's been a dream start Mongolian owner Ganbaatar Dagvadorj and trainer Danny O’Brien.