THE Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association will kick off 2016 with a Mare Owners Open Meeting in Palmerstown House, Johnstown, Co Kildare (just off Exit 8 on the N7) next Tuesday, January 19th at 7.30pm.

The meeting will review the 2015 flat sales season and discuss current trends in the market with a view to aiding breeders in decision-making.