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As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, the equestrian world turns its attention to the top-performing stallions in showjumping. This story analyzes the breeding market presence of 9 out of the 18 Olympic showjumping stallions, based on data from the Barnbridge price database for 2023/2024.

The month of December saw a rise in both sold lots as well as the prices for which they where sold in comparison with the previous month. Two smaller auctions in particular impressed with high selling prices...

The busiest auction months are behind us and we are seeing a shift in the type of lots being sold. Whereas foals top the ranks in the summer and fall, in the month of November there are more young horses and embryos sold. The highest selling average prices and the highest selling individual lot

From the 25th till the 27th of November the Cherisa Sport Horse Auction will have an exceptional range of horses up for auction. Aging from 4 to 10 years old these showjumpers offer something for everyone.

October shows more than a 50% decline in lots sold at auction in comparison with September. Also the selling prices are less high but still impressive. Five-year-old mare Billy Off-Pist...

Not a single foal remained unsold at the annual Optimus foal auction. For several years now, Stal Optimus has been selling its foals through their own auction. Young horses, broodmares, and embryos are offered throughout the year.

“Since 1986, I've dedicated my life to breeding and managing Brullemail Stud Farm”, begins Bernard Le Courtois - the stud farm owner. “Over the years, I've bred approximately 25 foals annually at the peak of my career, now maintaining 10 to 15. Our motto has always been ‘Success breeds success'.

September is by far the busiest in terms of auctions. Over 1800 embryos, foals and horses where auctioned off during the past month! Find out which countries had the highest selling average prices and which stallion entered the top 5 of stallions that sired the most foals at auction.

Gancia de Muze, Cas de Liberté Z, Electra van ’t Roosakker, Centa de Muze, Sterrehof’s Ushi, Sancha LS, all of them with a foal in this week’s Zangersheide Quality Auction!

This months auction numbers are up and there are some very interesting shifts! For example, find out if the top five of stallions that sired the most foals at auction this month has changed and which countries had the highest selling average prices.

Current World and Olympic champion and World Cup winner Henrik von Eckermann has had an couple of amazing years with his horses Glamour Girl, Iliana, and of course King Edward. Sure, Von Eckermann is a great rider, probably one of the very, very best out there, but without great horses a great rider

Which stallions sired the most offspring at auction this month? What was the highest selling lot and the best performing auction? Which countries top the auction list in terms of quantity and sales numbers? Have a look at this months auction numbers and find out!

It is our pleasure to tell a small part of Gertjan van Olst’s story and his experiences with horse auctions and breeding. The Dutchman is no stranger to the world of auctions and has played an active role both as a buyer and an organizer for decades now. The latest auction Gertjan and his team

As a son of one of world’s very best breeders, Valentijn De Brabander, knows exactly what it takes to breed a top-class horse and which bloodlines play a prominent role in the breeding of showjumpers. He is a chip off the old block and knows a good opportunity when he sees one.

The logistics of getting your next champion state side, safe and sound and with all proper documentation, is where it starts to get complicated. This is where Horseflight, a leader in international horse transportation, steps in to shoulder all things travel.

For over twenty years now, auctioneer Koen Olaerts has played an important role at many live auctions in Europe. And after all those years, Koen still enjoys his job to the fullest and sees auctions as an indispensable part of the horse business.



Showjumping talent Jos Verlooy is getting ready for the the ECCO FEI Jumping World Championship 2022 in Herning. He gave us insight in his plans for the championship, his plans besides his show life and tells us about his favourite tool on the Barnbridge platform.

If there is anyone who knows the tricks of the trade when it comes to auctions it is Jasmine Chen. The life of the Olympic rider and businesswoman is intrinsically linked to the world of art and horses. In both worlds auctions are playing an increasingly important role and the Taiwanese born...

For the first time in its history, Scuderia Sonnevend launches an auction called Scuderia SA - The First Auction. Featuring world-class genetics, the auction will include implanted embryos, foals, yearlings, young horses and sport horses. The auction is open from 18-20 June and can be reached at ...

Earlier this week the Aloga Auction celebrated its second edition and its debut at a new venue, Sentower Park in Belgium. Since the beginning the Allen brothers, Harry and Bertram, have been the driving forces together with their friend and fellow showjumper, Maxi Lill. This edition the CEO of Sento

One of the first auctions that featured on the Barnbridge platform was the Zangersheide Quality Auction of 2021. Part of the success of the auction was the top selling foal Especial For Fun Z. The Eldorado colt out of the legendary mare Fit For Fun 13 broke all records with a knockdown price of

Driven by an inquisitive mind and a keen interest in breeding Michael Doherty gladly shares his knowledge and moreover the Irishman really enjoys getting the word out there. That is the words of renowned people in the equestrian world that he interviews for his Podcast: ‘Big talk for breeders’.

In the world of auctions and breeding Frederik De Backer is a familiar face with a well-known voice. The Belgian horseman is an enthusiastic speaker at all times, with or without his trusty microphone in hand. Frederik showcases his storytelling talents and ability to captivate an audience...

Barnbridge is the brainchild of Erik Jerneld and Janou Hendrix. Both entrepreneurs are involved with organizing horse and or foal auctions and they’ve joined forces to make the world of equestrian auctions more easily accessible and transparent. We asked them how it all began...