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FENCES: Seven days before the ‘Talma’ Auction
In one week, Haras de Talma will open its doors for the 6th edition of the Talma Auction, on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
A day...
SF on top of the showjumping studbooks world ranking…
The Selle Français studbook is maintaining the lead in the jumping studbooks' world ranking established by the WBFSH with 8,080 points, ahead of Holsteiner...
Visit the Selle Français stand at major events…
The Grande Semaine de Pompadour (FRA) from September 16-20, 2026
Showjumping's World Breeding Championships for Young Horses, Lanaken (BEL) from September 16-20, 2026
Eventing's World Breeding...
Holsteiner Stallion Licensing and Elite Riding Horse Auction
On December 10 and 11, Elmshorn will once again become a meeting point for the international equestrian world. Secure your tickets now and experience...
Oldenburg Stars of Tomorrow Elite Auction
On German Unity Day, the auction stage at the Oldenburg Horse Centre Vechta will shine for the traditional Autumn Elite Auction. On Saturday, October...
Holsteiner Foal Month: Direct marketing without auction and commission
Holsteiner Foal Month:
Direct Marketing Without Auction & Commission
(Elmshorn) The Holsteiner Foal Month 2026 begins today. Around 30 high-quality foals from the 2026 crop will...
Fichtenhof Classics: Oldenburg Elite Foals Ready for Their Grand Debut
Eleven select dressage foals, internationally successful bloodlines, and a special setting: On Friday, September 4, an exclusive collection of Oldenburg elite foals will be...
The Selle Français Rendezvous of Prodigies – December 9-11, 2026
From December 9-11, 2026, the Saint-Lô Equestrian Center will host the second edition of the flagship end-of-year event for all French sport horse enthusiasts:...
FENCES auction – book your test ride now!
The catalogue for this 6th edition features an exceptional collection of five-, six-, and seven-year-olds showcasing remarkable talent and ability.
Come and try them from...
Normandy Queens Auction 2026: Heading for a unique edition!
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., the Saint-Lô Equestrian Center will host the 6th edition of the Normandy Queens Auction, a now...
More than 100 reasons to celebrate…
52nd Elite Foal and Broodmare Auction
The collection at the 52nd Elite Foal and Broodmare Auction combines quality, conformation and potential. Over 100 foals from...
Learning about the farrier’s craft
Watch the farrier at work. This opportunity is available to interested visitors at one of the two themed tours on 'Blacksmithing' on August 22...
IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
Motivation without means? Biodiversity implementation
BY INGA WOLFRAM*, DONNA ARRABAL, ELSKE VAN DEN BRINK, JENNIFER KORTERINK DE VRIES
TABLES: THE AUTHORS
Editor’s note: While the full article – “Motivation without means?...
Catalano HaS fetches top price at Holsteiner Elite Foal Auction
BY JEAN LLEWELLYN
PHOTOGRAPHY: JANNE BUGTRUP
The Holsteiner Elite Foal Auction took place on August 14 at Herbert-Blöcker-Platz in Elmshorn. The lot was characterized by...
Oldenburg Studbook setting their course for the future
BY JEAN LLEWELLYN
PHOTOGRAPHY: OLD-ART
After more than four successful years as managing director and auction director, Roland Metz will leave the company on October...
“Champion of the Champions” returns to SWB Equestrian Weeks
BY ELLINOR ANDERSSON / SWB
PHOTOGRAPHY: ANETTE SÅNESSON/SWB
Presented by Hyperion Stud, and following last year’s successful premiere, Champion of the Champions will return to SWB...
From horse dealer to stallion owner with top-level ambitions
BY BETTINE VAN HARSELAAR / KWPN
PHOTOGRAPHY: DIGISHOTS
“I would like to win the Stallion Competition with a stallion one day and reach the very...
Ralph van Venrooij leaving KWPN and the WBFSH
BY JEAN LLEWELLYN
PHOTOGRAPHY: KWPN WEBSITE
After seven years with the Royal Warmblood Studbook of the Netherlands (KWPN), Ralph van Venrooij, Manager Commerce & Breeding,...
ALSO IN THE CURRENT ISSUE
2026 WORLDWIDE STALLION DIRECTORY
Contains a wealth of vital information for breeders, including: life number, year of birth, sire, dam, dam's sire, height, colour, breeder, birth studbook, studbook(s) of approval, contact(s), and much more...
YOU CAN STILL UPDATE AND/OR ADD YOUR STALLION INFORMATION FOR THE 2026 DIRECTORY - CLICK HERE
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