WHAT THEY SAID ABOUT 2017 FOAL SALE

“This year was better. The nicer ones were easier to find but harder to buy.” Dessie Gibson, showman.

“Nice foals may have slipped the net, as perhaps because they are not as well prepared as they could be.” Caroline Teltsch, breeder and owner.

“There are a lot of nice foals, but it’s hard to find show foals which are scarce. Overall I’m a bit disappointed over the three days, as I don’t think the foals are improving and it’s hard to find a correct one.” Michael Murphy, stallion owner and breeder.

“There are definitely more customers here. There will always be good foals and bad foals, but there are plenty of people for the good ones.” Jason Higgins, producer and pinhooker.

“It’s great to see so many people here, and although trade is very selective, in parts it is very good. The standard of foals is improving, and breeders now have access to some wonderful stallions.” Ger Burke, producer and pinhooker.

“The trade for quality, correct good moving foals was very sharp and the demand very high. For foals that lacked these attributes there is simply no market which is disappointing for breeders. We managed to buy four nice foals on Saturday and we are very pleased with them.” Hugh Douglas