Breeding a racehorse is a serious investment and Harness Breeders Victoria is here to help breeders make the most of their endeavour by developing a series of interactive seminars designed to make Victorian breeders the best informed - with the best outcomes - by a country mile.
As well as showcasing expertise on a range of issues through to the start of the breeding season, HBV members are also eligible for great prizes by participating in the online sessions as they go to air (Barastoc feed prize packs) or by simply attending our two expo-style events (a free service to either American Ideal or Pastor Stephen)!
The first seminar is this Sunday July 4 and is one of three online events to be held on Facebook Live.
In between the online episodes, we'll be hosting two expo-style events where, along with expert panels, you'll enjoy food and drink and a trade fair, with experts at your disposal!
FREE LIVE SEMINARS IN THE BREED TO SUCCESS SERIES:
On Monday, July 26 at 6pm at Shepparton Harness Racing Club, Kialla, and from 6pm on Monday, August 23, at Bray Raceway, Ballarat.
Dr Kath McIntosh with world-renown equine reproductive specialists Dr Angus McKinnon and Dr Jim Vasey will speak on foal leg conformation, frozen semen developments, foal heats and more.
Nick Hooper, with tenured experts John Coffey, Brett Coffey and Peter Judd, will discuss broodmares and pedigree matching, including a live case study.
Food and drinks will be provided and there will be lots of lucky door prizes for guests.
Our trade fair will give you the opportunity to talk to experts from studs, feed and supplement providers, reproductive specialists, long-term breeders and more - great if you're new to breeding or thinking about getting involved.
Site holders include Barastoc, KER, Woodlands, Alabar, Empire Stallions, Northern Rivers Equine, Hygain, Mitavite, The Barn, Randlab, Minitube, International Animal Health Products, the Victorian Harness Racing Club and many more.
The event is sponsored by Barastoc and Kentucky Equine Research. Speakers may vary in some circumstances.
SPECIAL HARNESS BREEDERS VICTORIA MEMBER OFFER:
All members who attend either of our two live events will go into the draw to win a FREE SERVICE to either American Ideal thanks to Woodlands Stud (value $12,500) or Pastor Stephen thanks to Northern Rivers Equine Veterinary Clinic (value $5,500).
Not a member? Easy fixed - get your membership form HERE. sign up when you book or on the night to give strength to the breeders' voice in Victoria.
HOW TO ACCESS BREED TO SUCCEED @ SHEPPARTON OR BALLARAT:
Bookings are essentials, RSVP for Shepparton by July 19 and for Ballarat by August 16.
To book your ticket, simply contact the team on 03 5852 2845 or admin@nrequine.com.au.
These are COVID safe events which may be subject to changing requirements - updates will be posted on our website and socials, and if you are feeling unwell, please stay home..
ONLINE SEMINARS IN THE BREED TO SUCCESS SERIES
On 5pm Sunday July 4, 5pm Sunday August 8 and 5pm Sunday September 5.
In the first of the series this Sunday, Paul Campbell talks to HBV President, author and well-known breeder Nick Hooper about the landscape in Victoria for the 2021 breeding season including the Vicbred program, the Stallion Guide, yearling sales results, Breed To Succeed's expo events coming up and much more.
Topics for the August and September sessions will be announced across July but will include a stallion reproductive biology 101 to explore the collection process and impacts on their success in the barn.
SPECIAL HARNESS BREEDERS VICTORIA MEMBER OFFER:
Watch live and take part with comments or questions in the comments section to enter the draw to win a Barastoc pack of quality feed. Winners will be announced at the end of the seminar.
Not a member? Easy fixed - get your membership form HERE and give strength to the breeders' voice in Victoria.
HOW TO ACCESS BREED TO SUCCEED LIVE ONLINE SEMINARS:
Visit either Campbell's Comments or Harness Breeders Victoria Facebook Page orCampbell's Comments on YouTube at 5pm when the seminar will be streamed live.
Once an episode has screened you will be able to watch it whenever you like on our website or the Campbell's Comments YouTube channel.
