For years, the thoroughbred industry has debated why racing fields are smaller, inventories thinner and the overall horse population available for racing is smaller. The most common explanations are known: a reduced foal harvest, rising ownership costs, regulatory pressure or the belief that horses are pushed too hard too early. While each of these factors […]
The Jockey Club projects a North American registered Thoroughbred foal crop of 17,000 in 2026. This represents 300 foals fewer than the estimate of 17,300 foals in 2025. The foal crop projection is calculated based on reports received to date from Mares Bred for the 2025 breeding season. RMBs must be submitted by August 1 […]