Walt Robertson

Keeneland Association, Fasig-Tipton Company Inc., Ocala Breeders' Sales Company Inc. and a group of leading North American stallion farms announced a significant expansion of their financial commitment to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance in a press release Monday morning. Beginning with the 2026 Fasig-Tipton July Sale, the three sales companies will double their contribution to the TAA, allocating 0.1% of each sale's gross proceeds. Participation in the program will also become mandatory for both buyers and consignors at every sale, with each contributing 0.1% of their respective transactions. Based on 2025...

Kentucky House Bill 8, passed during the 2024 General Assembly, has allocated $250,000 of annual funding to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) from the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the TAA announced Monday. The funding will go directly to accredited aftercare facilities in Kentucky that play a critical role in ensuring the wellbeing of horses beyond their racing years. The TAA will award the funds to the accredited organizations and facilities where they can have the greatest impact. "We are grateful to the Kentucky legislature, the Governor and everyone involved in this...