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Sport horse
FEATURE: It's all about the mare, but which mare?
Irish Field Contributor
Proven damlines are an undeniable factor in mare selection, but what about the traits that can't be captured on paper? Sligo breeder Michael Doherty explores the 'x' factors at play
5 April 2024 Other disciplines
FEATURE: The Olympic chain
Can Olympic winning pedigrees repeat themselves? Susan Finnerty looks at the Games records to see if the medal gene was passed on
5 April 2024 Breeding and sales
STALLION GUIDE: Pook Bourne Stud
Pook Bourne Stud, operated by Shane Breen and Greg Le Gear, has some impressive stallions on offer, writes Róisín Sheridan
STALLION GUIDE: Sport Horse success at Garryrichard Stud
The Hickey family have complemented their National Hunt breeding operation with top level Sport Horse breeding, writes Emer Bermingham
5 April 2024 Breeding and sales
FEATURE: Making Tracks
The Trakehner Verband rebuilt its studbook after WWII. Susan Finnerty spoke to the Trakehner ambassador Erhard Schulte to find out more
5 April 2024 Breeding and sales
FEATURE: Salvaging genetics in mares and stallions
Niamh Lewis of the UCD School of Veterinary Medicine explains what breeders considering OPU and ICSI should know, as well as advances in genetic salvage
5 April 2024 Other disciplines
FEATURE: The value of tradition
For husband and wife breeding team Bryan O'Halloran and Niamh Sexton, the importance of a good match and traditional type are vital ingredients, reports Emer Bermingham
5 April 2024 Sport horse news
FEATURE: A dream come true
Róisín Sheridan speaks to Jimmy Quinn of Cappa Stud about his dedication to preserving and promoting the Irish Draught
5 April 2024 Other disciplines