The Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association is the official representative body of the Irish thoroughbred breeding industry at Government level both at home and internationally. ITBA supports and represents all breeders, big and small, flat and national hunt across the island of Ireland. ITBA is an inclusive all-Ireland body with a regional structure and a dedicated office staff based at Kill in Co. Kildare.
ITBA aims to work with and for the good of all Irish breeders to ensure Ireland continues to be one of the most renowned and successful breeding industries in the world. We do this by supporting, educating, promoting and advocating for all Irish breeders.
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EDUCATE |
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Incentive and Bonus Schemes including the National Hunt Fillies Bonus Scheme
Networking and social events
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Comprehensive education programme including Ask The Expert Series, Preparation Series and Veterinary Series
Supporting and educating the Next Generation of Irish breeders, providing a pathway for new breeders to enter the industry
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| PROMOTE |
ADVOCATE |
| Celebrate breeders success at regional and national level awards |
Lobbying at national and international government level to make sure your interests are represented
Expanding current applications through the integration of equine sector in TAMS
Creating new framework around DOCOMS
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ITBA represents Ireland on both veterinary and general issues at both ITBF (International Thoroughbred Breeders’ Federation) and EFTBA (European Federation of Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association) series of meetings.
The Association also represents breeders on the boards of all the major industry bodies and liaises with other associations on common issues of importance.