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The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association (TOBA) will host its upcoming Thoroughbred Breeding Clinic on May 29-30. With only 40 spots available, the two-day clinic, sponsored by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association, provides participants with access to leading industry professionals and breeding operations. Attendees will gain in-depth knowledge of breeding practices, including mating decisions, stallion selection, broodmare management, foaling, and early foal development, while experiencing real-world applications at top Central Kentucky equine operations. Designed for both newcomers and experienced participants, the clinic combines classroom-style learning with behind-the-scenes farm...

At no time has the issue of welfare within the horseracing industry been more of an important topic, and that includes what happens to horses beyond their racing careers. Encouragingly, there is much work being done around the world to ensure that retired racehorses are homed and utilised in a range of ways, from being companion horses through to competing at the highest level in other disciplines.  With a leaning towards the latter option, the Japan Racing Association (JRA) hosted a clinic with leading event rider Boyd Martin in the...