TOBA Hosts Sold-Out 2026 Breeding Clinic

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The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association presented its sold-out 2026 Breeding Clinic while hosting 40 attendees from across the country for a hands-on educational experience.“This year's breeding clinic continues to demonstrate the value of TOBA's educational programs,” said Lauren Biddle, Director of Marketing and Education for TOBA. “This marks our fifth consecutive sold-out clinic, and the demand within the industry continues to grow. There is no other organization that provides the level of close-up, in-depth education that TOBA offers.”Day one of the clinic began at Hinkle Farms, where discussions focused on foaling philosophies, early foal care, and stallion selection. The group then traveled to Hill 'n' Dale Farm at Xalapa, where attendees explored mare and stallion selection strategies and observed a live Thoroughbred breeding session. The day concluded at Hartfield and Company with a reception sponsored by Hallway Feeds, offering additional opportunities for networking and industry engagement.On day two, the clinic featured veterinary care and breeding management. Participants toured Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, where experts presented topics includingreproductive surgery in broodmares, neonatal foal care, and evaluating the health of newborn foals. The clinic concluded with a visit to Hurstland Farm, where attendees learned about breeding theories, broodmare management, and foal and yearling care in a farm setting.Throughout the clinic, expert speakers and hosts addressed a range of critical breeding topics, including stallion and mare selection, foaling and neonatal care, reproductive health, and best practices in raising young Thoroughbreds. The combination of classroom-style discussion and on-farm experience provided participants with a comprehensive understanding of the breeding process from conception through early development.Sponsors of the clinic include the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association, the Virginia Thoroughbred Association, Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, and Hallway Feeds.Fo more information, visit www.toba.org.The post TOBA Hosts Sold-Out 2026 Breeding Clinic appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions.