Yearling Preparation Education Event

Sharp Insights and Smarter Strategies

Thank‑you to everyone who joined us at Ballycroy Bloodstock for our June Education Series event focused on preparing yearlings for the sales ring.

It was a morning filled with practical guidance, expert insight, and real‑world strategies for breeders, consignors, and industry professionals. From hands‑on preparation to health considerations, each session delivered valuable takeaways for anyone looking to elevate their sales program.

A heartfelt thank‑you to our speakers, who generously shared their knowledge and experience:

Yearling Sale Prep

Peter Conway, Farm Manager, Hill ‘n’ Dale Xalapa (Kentucky) 

Peter provided an in‑depth look at yearling development, conditioning, and presentation, offering proven approaches to help young horses shine in the sales environment

Gastric Ulcers in Foals and Yearlings

Dr. Sarah Shaw, DVM — Rotenberg Veterinary 

Dr. Shaw discussed the causes, signs, and management of gastric ulcers, giving attendees a clearer understanding of how to support the long‑term health and performance of their young horses.

The event also offered time for networking, discussion, and connection among breeders and professionals from across disciplines. We are grateful to Ballycroy Bloodstock for opening their Loretto farm and providing such a welcoming setting for learning.

Special thanks to our event sponsor, Boehringer Ingelheim, makers of GastroGuard, for supporting this session.

For those who could not attend, stay tuned. Future Education Series events will continue to bring fresh insights, practical tools, and opportunities to connect with experts across the industry.

What an incredible Awards Night. Once again, we celebrated to a full house, honouring the breeders, owners, and members whose hard work drives this industry forward. It was a night filled with pride, connection, and well‑deserved recognition. A very big thank-you to all who attended.