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Why Florida-Bred

Fact Sheet

Known as the “Horse Capital of the World,”™ Ocala/Marion County is home to 431 Thoroughbred breeding and training farms, covering more than 70,000 acres of Florida’s prime, mineral-rich pastures. Since 1945, Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association (FTBOA) has represented the Thoroughbred industry by administering awards programs for Florida-Bred racehorses and promoting the industry to the rest of the country and the world. More than 2,000 members strong, FTBOA is active in pertinent issues facing the local and national Thoroughbred industries.

 

Ocala/Marion County Statistics*
 Thoroughbreds in Ocala/Marion County:                                                  Approximately 35,300
Thoroughbred farms/ training centers in Ocala/Marion County area:                                         431
Acres dedicated to the Thoroughbred industry in Ocala/Marion County:                               70,000+
Economic impact of the Thoroughbred industry on Ocala/Marion County:                   $1.3+ Billion
Investment dollars in farms, training centers, improvements, equipment,
storage, breeding, and racing stock in Ocala/Marion County:                                   ** $3.5 Billion
*American Horse Council Study, 2005
** FTBOA



Home of Champions
Florida’s 600 Thoroughbred farms and training centers have produced
47 National Champions
6 Kentucky Derby winners
7 Preakness Stakes winners
6 Belmont Stakes winners
20 Breeders’ Cup champions
6 Horses of the Year


 

Incentive Programs
$18-million in Florida-bred incentive programs including: 

Florida Breeders Awards
Florida
Stallion Owner Awards
Florida
Owners Awards
Florida-Bred Stakes Programs
Florida Stallion Stakes

 

 Florida is home to some 600 Thoroughbred farms and training centers, with more than 75 percent of these located near Ocala in Marion County. The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association is responsible for promoting the Florida Thoroughbred industry. 

801 S.W. 60th Avenue · Ocala · Florida · 34474 · 352-629-2160 · www.ftboa.com

Last Updated ( Tuesday, 10 March 2009 08:51 )

 

Questions & Answers

Questions & Answers

Everyday at the office we receive scores of questions about the Florida Thoroughbred industry.
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Why Florida-bred

Why Florida-bred

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FRED BREI
First Vice President
J. MICHAEL O'FARRELL JR.
Second Vice President
DIANE PARKS
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Bridgetown
15
Aikenite
11
Jackson Bend
Two-Year-Old Filly
10
Amen Hallelujah
9
Joanie's Catch
9
Sweetlalabye
Three-Year-Old Colt/Gelding
30
Vineyard Haven
12
This Ones For Phil
10
No Inflation
Three-Year-Old Filly
26
Hooh Why
8
Frolic's Dream
8
Romacaca
Older Male (4+ Years Old)
57
Presious Passion
40
Macho Again
25
Crown of Thorns
Older Female (4+ Years Old)
13
Dubai Majesty
12
Briecat
12
Dawn After Dawn
Sprint (3yo & Up, 1mile & less)
30
Vineyard Haven
25
Crown of Thorns
20
Big City Man
Turf (3yo & Up, run on turf)
55
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10
Globetrotter
10
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