Bred For It

Episode 23: Stallions Rising, Foal Crop Falling: Where Do We Go From Here?


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It's Episode 23: 

  • With the 2026 stallion fees out, Jess breaks down the key headlines: major new arrivals at Coolmore and Darley, Juddmonte boosting their mid-market, and Diego Velazquez adding depth to Britain’s middle tier. But behind the big numbers sits a far tougher landscape for everyday breeders.

  • To dig into that reality, Jess is joined by Philip Newton, Chair of The Thoroughbred Breeders Association. Listen in as he addresses the falling foal crop, pressure on owner-breeders and the need for real structural change.

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    Bred For ItBy Jess Stafford