Thoroughbred Horses Research Update

Project snapshot: Reducing the effects of heat stress and ageing on sperm DNA in Thoroughbred stallions

Stallion fertility oxidative stress drives sperm damage in thoroughbreds. Explore diagnostics, nutrition and heat tool to lift pregnancy rates.

Project overview: Assessment of intra-horse variability in Thoroughbred yearling laryngeal function

This project examines variability in laryngeal function in Thoroughbred yearlings during pre-sale endoscopy. It assesses how timing, location and technique affect grading consistency. Findings will...

Project snapshot: Can iso-PGs indicate the need for surgery and predict survival in colic horses?

This report examines peritoneal fluid isoprostanes as biomarkers for equine colic severity and surgical need. Findings highlight their potential to improve early diagnosis and decision-making,...

Report: Can iso-PGs indicate the need for surgery and predict survival in colic horses?

This report examines peritoneal fluid isoprostanes as biomarkers for equine colic severity and surgical need. Findings highlight their potential to improve early diagnosis and decision-making,...

Report: Detecting the silent carrier: Can we eradicate strangles from endemic premises?

This report examines strangles, a highly contagious horse disease caused by Streptococcus equi. Researchers tested 923 horses across 36 Australian properties and found 15% had...

Project snapshot: Detecting the silent carrier: Can we eradicate strangles from endemic premises?

This report examines strangles, a highly contagious horse disease caused by Streptococcus equi. Researchers tested 923 horses across 36 Australian properties and found 15% had...

Project snapshot: Phase 3 of case control study of mid-late term pregnancy loss in Thoroughbred mares

Mare pregnancy loss in NSW and QLD Thoroughbreds: explore causes, risks and management to improve foal outcomes and productivity.

Project overview: Thoroughbred Breeding Industry Workforce Strategy

Australia’s thoroughbred breeding industry faces labour shortages, unclear career pathways and training gaps. This project overview outlines a practical workforce strategy to improve skills, retention...

Equine fetal post-mortem guidelines for veterinarians

Curious about the AgriFutures Thoroughbred Horses Program?

The AgriFutures Thoroughbred Horses Program invests in research, development and extension (RD&E) that strengthens Australia’s Thoroughbred breeding industry. Our purpose is simple: use your levy to deliver meaningful, practical innovation that improves horse welfare, boosts productivity, enhances sustainability and helps breeders prepare for future challenges and opportunities. Innovation isn’t a side project — it sits at the centre of everything we do. From cutting‑edge reproductive tools and new diagnostic tests to foal survival resources and workforce development initiatives, every investment is designed to deliver real‑world benefits for the industry.

Project snapshot: Understanding a Recessive Embryo-Lethal Genotype in Australian Thoroughbred Horses

This report explores a common genetic issue linked to early pregnancy loss in Australian Thoroughbred horses. It explains how better understanding this risk can help...

Project snapshot: Genomic insights into multi-drug resistant Salmonella in Australian Thoroughbreds

Genomic insights into multi-drug resistant Salmonella in Australian Thoroughbreds is a research project investigating the genetic makeup of Salmonella strains affecting Thoroughbred horses in Australia....