TBA Announces Panel for Annual Forum at Tattersalls Building Bloodlines; Broodmare Evaluation and Purchase
The Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association (TBA) is pleased to announce its annual Forum, Building Bloodlines; Broodmare Evaluation and Purchase, set to take place on Thursday 27 November, during the Tattersalls December Foal Sale from 4.30pm.
Now in its third year, the theme of this year’s free-to-attend event will examine the purchasing process of buying a mare and building those foundation bloodlines for the future. The session will explore key considerations when it comes to the role and importance of the pedigree, racing form, physical attributes and setting a budget.
An expert panel has been assembled for the session bringing together a wealth of knowledge and expertise which will be followed by a dedicated Q&A session for attendees to get involved with.
The forum will be hosted by Sky Sports Racing's, Gina Bryce and feature General Manager of Newsells Park Stud, Julian Dollar, TBA Deputy Chair and breeder, Kate Sigsworth, bloodstock consultant, Jocelyn de Moubray, along with bloodstock agent, Arthur Dobell.
Naomi Mellor, Chief Executive of the TBA commented: “We are really looking forward to hosting our annual forum at Tattersalls with an expert panel assembled to discuss the subject of building bloodlines and the purchasing process of buying a broodmare, which we hope will really appeal to both our existing membership and anyone thinking about taking those first steps into breeding.
“We are particularly pleased to be opening up this event to both ROA members as well as ITBA members - a big part of the TBA’s agenda next year is to develop our future pipeline of breeders and provide engaging opportunities and events for both our members, but also new entrants and enthusiasts alike to exchange knowledge, ideas and importantly ask questions.
“Our thanks to Tattersalls for providing us with the stage and to all our panellists for giving up their valuable time.”
Julian Dollar, General Manager of Newsells Park Stud added: “The more opportunities there are for us to discuss, share and educate any new breeders, in what can often be a daunting process is extremely important. I am interested to hear the views of the rest of the panel and their approach to the purchasing process of breeding stock.”
Attendees will receive complimentary mulled wine, and sausage rolls on arrival from 4.30pm before the panel starts at 5pm, followed by a Q&A session. The event will end by 6.45pm.
An event not to be missed, anyone interested should be encouraged to bring along friends and colleagues as it presents a unique chance to discuss and learn more about this valuable part of the industry.
Attendance to the event is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Visit here to register now