In this episode of the Thoroughbred Breeders' Podcast, host Naomi Mellor is joined by Equine Veterinary Surgeon, specialising in racehorses, Mathilde Texier to talk scoping ahead of the sales - why it has become such standard practice, what the benefits of video endoscopies are and what vendors/buyers are looking for. Plus Professor Jane Hodgkinson from the University of Liverpool discusses why she believes traditional worming habits need to change and the benefits of changing this, plus Jane gives an update on research currently underway at Liverpool.

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Extra resources:

https://www.thetba.co.uk/equine-health/welfare/sales-guidelines.html?_gl=1*15o00a2*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTY4NjA3ODc2OS4xNzg3ODQ2MDYy*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3ODc5MzE0NzgkbzUkZzAkdDE3ODc5MzE0NzgkajYwJGwwJGgw

https://www.mathildetexier.com/

WORMING:

https://canterforhorses.org.uk/guidelines/

https://tb-ed.co.uk/search?keys=worming&sort_by=created

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/people/jane-hodgkinson#tabbed-content

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/evsnet/about/meet-the-team/

With A-level results day just gone and GCSE results day just around the corner, whether you're a student weighing up your next steps or a breeder thinking about how to bring new talent into the industry, this episode is for you.

This week we're talking all things education - from financial support available to TBA members, to the brilliant courses on offer at the National Stud and a brief dip into apprenticeships.

We're joined by two fantastic guests:

Jan Hopper, TBA Trustee, who talks us through the TBA Bursary - a brilliant but perhaps underused resource that is open to all TBA full and access members. Jan explains who it's for, what it covers, and exactly how to apply. If you're a member and you haven't looked into this yet, this is well worth a listen. Abbie Taylor, Education Manager at the National Stud, joins us to talk about the range of courses and apprenticeships available at one of the most iconic names in British thoroughbred breeding.

Extra resources:

Bursarys: https://www.thetba.co.uk/education/bursaries.html?_gl=1*qigr70*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODg0NjcwOTc3LjE3ODY0Mzk1NjA.*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3ODY0NDMzOTMkbzIkZzAkdDE3ODY0NDMzOTMkajYwJGwwJGgw

- Become a member: https://www.thetba.co.uk/become-a-member.html?_gl=1*hj6vyo*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODg0NjcwOTc3LjE3ODY0Mzk1NjA.*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3ODY0Mzk1NjAkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODY0Mzk1NjAkajYwJGwwJGgw

https://brs.org.uk/

https://www.thenhc.co.uk/

https://careersinracing.com/training-education/

https://tb-ed.co.uk/

The National Stud

https://nationalstud.co.uk/education/courses-and-training

Myerscough College: https://www.myerscough.ac.uk/courses/apprenticeships/

In this episode, host Naomi Mellor is joined by Sandra Harper and Kevin Needham to discuss equine transport regulations to tell you what you need to know to avoid getting caught out. Additionally, two previous breeders of the month are featured. Cheryl Burton discussing her owner-breeder journey with Jax Junior. While Robert Waley-Cohen (Upton Viva Stud) talks about Charisma Cat, GBB, stallion selection and much more.

Extra resources:

Transport

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/transporting-animals-in-great-britain

BBA Website: https://www.bbashipping.com/Default.asp

https://www.racehorsetrainers.org/horse-transport

BRS Website: https://www.bhs.org.uk/go-riding-and-learn/riding-out-hacking/transporting-your-horse/

https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/importing-equines-great-britain

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-for-horsebox-and-trailer-owners/transporting-horses-in-horseboxes-and-trailers

Gills Driving School: https://gillsdrivingschool.ie/training-courses/certificate-in-equine-transport/

TB-Ed: https://tb-ed.co.uk/group/73/watch?_gl=1*w4o199*_up*MQ..*_ga*MjAwNjIzOTUyOC4xNzg0MDMyNTc2

https://nationalstud.co.uk/education/additional-courses

Robert Waley-Cohen

https://theownerbreeder.com/stories/breeder-of-the-month-upton-viva-stud-charisma-cat/

http://www.uptonestate.co.uk/stud-racing.php

Cheryl Burton

https://theownerbreeder.com/stories/botm-burton-and-jax-junior/

In this episode, host Naomi Mellor caught up with one of our Breeders' of the Month, Carl Hinchy. Carl tells us how his passion for breeding started and what the recognition of breeding Konfusion means to him. Later in the episode, we're joined by Sophie Woolf, Stud Manager at Rockcliffe Stud. This section focuses on Racing Staff Week and why celebrating your staff matters. GBB's Charlie Newton joins us for an important reminder on the next registration deadline and how to get a discount for this.

Extra resources

Racing Staff week links:

https://racingwelfare.co.uk/rsw/

https://www.thetba.co.uk/resource/tba-sponsored-bbq-during-2026-racing-staff-week.html

GBB links:

https://www.greatbritishbonus.co.uk/core/variable/footer/index.html?page=LANDING_PAGE

Jack Jones interview: https://www.attheraces.com/atrplayer/highlights/6397540848112/regal-renaissance-wins-first-time-up-for-jones

TBA Membership : https://www.thetba.co.uk/become-a-member.html?_gl=1*9hoi53*_up*MQ..*_ga*MjExMTg0MzM5NC4xNzgxMjUwOTgy*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3ODEyNTM0MzYkbzIkZzEkdDE3ODEyNTQ0NzEkajYwJGwwJGgw

Carl Hinchy:

http://theownerbreeder.com/stories/breeder-of-the-month-carl-hinchy-konfusion/

NH Summer Party: https://www.thetba.co.uk/latest/ems-event-calendar.html?_gl=1*t6fgkf*_up*MQ..*_ga*MjExMTg0MzM5NC4xNzgxMjUwOTgy*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3ODEyNTM0MzYkbzIkZzEkdDE3ODEyNTM0NDAkajU2JGwwJGgw

In this episode of the Thoroughbred Breeders' Podcast, host Naomi Mellor is once again joined by three industry specialists, Joe Grimwade shares his expertise on weaning thoroughbreds with an overview on the topic with a slight focus on stress reduction for both foals and mares. Su Corrin introduces members to the TBA's exclusive health and safety partnership with Jenadco - including a free 30-minute consultation available to all full members. And Jane Hodgkinson discusses the updated Canter Guidelines and comments on sustainable worming control.

Extra Resources:

TB-Ed weaning course: https://tb-ed.co.uk/course/weaning-thoroughbred-foal-key-successful-rearing?_gl=1*3m23lj*_up*MQ..*_ga*NTQxMDg5NTcyLjE3Nzk4OTI0Nzg.

TB-Ed weaning blog: https://tb-ed.co.uk/article/timing-everything-when-should-you-start-weaning-thoroughbred-foal?_gl=1*uqksvw*_up*MQ..*_ga*NDQ5NTk4ODQ1LjE3Nzk4OTI1NjA.

Research into weaning:

Behavioral and hormonal assessment of stress in foals (Equus caballus) throughout the weaning process: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9821722/

Feeding the foal for immediate and long-term health: https://beva.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.2042-3306.2011.00522.x

Born to run? Associations between gestational and early-life exposures and later-life performance outcomes in Thoroughbreds: https://beva.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/evj.70084

H&S Resources:

Jenadco: https://www.jenadco.co.uk/

Employers hub: https://www.thetba.co.uk/advice-info/guidance-hubs/employer-support.html?_gl=1*riw88d*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTM0MjExMjYyNS4xNzc5ODkyNjU4*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3Nzk4OTI2NTckbzEkZzAkdDE3Nzk4OTI2NTckajYwJGwwJGgw (members need to be logged in to access)

Worming:

previous worming pod: https://tb-ed.co.uk/article/podcast-prof-jacqui-matthews?_gl=1*v1xdtl*_up*MQ..*_ga*NzU4MDczODA0LjE3Nzk4OTI3NDk.

TB-Ed Worming resources: https://tb-ed.co.uk/resources?_gl=1%2A1hb3d38%2A_up%2AMQ..%2A_ga%2ANzY1NzA5MzQ3LjE3Nzk4OTI0OTU.&resources%5B0%5D=category%3APreventative%20Equine%20Medicine

https://canterforhorses.org.uk/guidelines/

Episode 2 of the Thoroughbred Breeders' Podcast takes a deep dive into the land beneath your horses' hooves. Host Naomi Mellor is joined by Paul Overton, equine agronomist, for an expert conversation on paddock management - covering everything from soil health and strategies that keep your paddocks in top condition. Director of White Griffin, Ruth Dancer then makes the case for No Mow May, sharing the purpose and benefits to your land. And in a special feature, guest host Clare Daniels reports live from the British Racing School, where she attends the Level 3 Equine First Aid course — bringing listeners a front-row view of this essential training.

Extra Resources:

https://tb-ed.co.uk/courses?_gl=1%2A14403cz%2A_up%2AMQ..%2A_ga%2AMjExNDgzOTQxNC4xNzc4NDg1NzQ0&courses%5B0%5D=category%3APasture%20Management

https://www.thetba.co.uk/advice-info/guidance-hubs/sustainability-hub/carbon-calculator.html?_gl=1*gj4we1*_up*MQ..*_ga*MzAxNDEwNTMwLjE3Nzg0ODU3NTk.*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3Nzg0OTc1MTMkbzIkZzAkdDE3Nzg0OTc1MTMkajYwJGwwJGgw

https://tb-ed.co.uk/video/accessing-land-management-subsidies?_gl=1*o4rccn*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTU5Mjk0NjIzNC4xNzc4NDk3NTQy

https://soundcloud.com/the-tba/equine-agronomist-paul-overton-chats-with-tb-ed-about-essential-equine-paddock-maintenance?si=62cd0ef281cd4b5f975df557b8ea223a&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

https://www.plantlife.org.uk/campaigns/nomowmay/

https://www.whitegriffin.co.uk/about/

https://soundcloud.com/the-tba/l3-first-aid-v2?si=0a777ce5c28e4eccb8e54dd531efe570&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

https://www.rsdp.co.uk/horsemanship/level-3-award-in-equine-emergency-first-aid-qualification/

Host Naomi Mellor launches the refreshed Thoroughbred Breeders' Podcast with a debut episode that covers a full spectrum of life on the stud. James Goddard, Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards winner, joins to discuss his career and what it felt like to win the award. Peter Stanley of New England Stud discusses nominations for the prestigious Stud Employee Award - and why recognising the people who make the industry tick matters. Then James Crowhurst breaks down the essentials of protecting your horses, with a focus on TB-Ed's Biosecurity course. And, in a cheeky bit of news, there's a Derby discount code, members won't want to miss!

Extra resources

: https://tb-ed.co.uk/courses?_gl=1%2A1v17ygx%2A_up%2AMQ..%2A_ga%2AMTY3OTQyNzI5MC4xNzc2ODczMTA0&courses%5B0%5D=category%3ABiosecurity

https://www.thetba.co.uk/breed-promotion/awards/flat-breeders-awards-evening/stud-employee-award.html?_gl=1*st3e25*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTQ3NDQ2ODIwMS4xNzc2ODczMTg0*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3NzY4NzMxODMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzY4NzMxOTUkajQ4JGwwJGgw

https://www.thetba.co.uk/resource/discounts-and-picnic-option-available-for-members-atepsom.html?_gl=1*n7sx5d*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTQ3NDQ2ODIwMS4xNzc2ODczMTg0*_ga_BZ3296PFNS*czE3NzY4NzMxODMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzY4NzMyMTUkajI4JGwwJGgw

In this 15 minute episode, we shine a spotlight on an unmissable training opportunity for anyone working with thoroughbreds.

The Level 3 Award in Equine Emergency First Aid is coming to the National Stud in Newmarket this June — and at just £60, it's represents great value for money and is available to anyone working in the breeding industry.

We sit down with the course tutors from the Racing Staff Development Programme to find out what the day actually involves and why hands-on first aid training can make such a critical difference in an emergency. We also hear directly from learners... what surprised them, what they took back to the yard and why they'd recommend it without hesitation.

Whether you're a groom, stud hand, stable manager, or employer wanting to upskill your staff, this episode is for you. To book a place or find out more, email [email protected] or contact TB-Ed at [email protected], call 01638 661321.

Join the TBA's Alice Bletsoe-Brown in a discussion with Rebecca Mouncey and James Crowhurst on the foal's first six months of life, and how experiences and management practices during this rapid developmental phase can influence their future prospects on the racecourse.

If you would like to learn more about best practice in relation to weaning thoroughbreds, please visit TB-Ed (the TBA's digital learning hub) to access courses on Weaning the Thoroughbred Foal and further presentations from Rebecca and James.

Join TB-Ed in a conversation on diagnostic testing of adult stock to guide wormer administration, with Prof. Jacqui Matthews, who is the Director of Veterinary Science at Austin Davis Biologics and a RCVS recognised specialist in parasitology; and the TBA’s Equine Health and Welfare Manager, Victoria Murrell. Learn about which tests to perform and when; the differences between blood and salivary ELISA tests for detecting Tapeworm exposure; thresholds for administering wormers and what to do if you experience drug resistance.