The making of Sienna…  (Bravado Ego Z x Wonette)

 

We are excited to announce the details of a new series we introduced at conference.  This series celebrates the developments in breeding technologies, and particularly the creation of sport horses through embryo technologies.  This new sponsorship is the initiative of EquiBreed ART and VDL stud and will be known as the “Leading NZ Embryo Series”. 

Points for eligible horses will be gained from results across all Jumping and Show Hunter National Series classes through the 2024-2025 season.

Horses must register with [email protected] and produce a breed certificate verifying their eligibility for the Leading NZ Embryo Series.

Prizes include a service from VDL Stud for the breeder of the winning horse.

What to do next. 

  1. Ensure your horse qualifies by contacting the breeder. Horses must have been bred in NZ.
  2. Obtain an Embryo Transplant Breeding certificate.
  3. Register for the Leading NZ Embryo Series with [email protected]  including your Breed Certificate.
  4. If your embryo was created by EquiBreed please contact [email protected] for a copy of your certificate
  5. Nominate your horse on Evo Events here: https://www.evoevents.co.nz/series

 

EquiBreed ART (Advanced Reproductive Technologies) was born in 2023 when EquiBreed NZ was sold to MVS Equine in New Zealand. Lead by Dr Lee Morris, EquiBreed ART specialises in in vitro embryo production and freezing in the horse.

Dr Lee Morris produced the first foal in New Zealand by ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection) in 2019 and since then has produced hundreds of frozen embryos and foals from this technology.

EquiBreed ART is passionate about research and development and bridging the gap between the ivory towers of research to the practical implementation of ART to create a suite of solutions for the challenges in equine reproduction. Some exciting innovations include a simplified embryo grading system for ICSI embryos, embryo sexing, shipping frozen thawed semen at room temperature and a range of targeted fertility supplements for mares and stallions.

EquiBreed ART is proud to be at the forefront of equine reproduction and helping breeders create the foals of their dreams. Together, EquiBreed and VDL Stud have sponsored leading mares in NZ for over 20 years.

 

Jumping Team

30 October 2024