The New York Advantage
Turning Your Breeding Program into a "Virtual ATM"
At Ironhorse Stallions, we live by a simple mantra: We breed racehorses to sell, not sales horses to race. To do that successfully, there is no better place in the world to be than New York.
New York offers the most lucrative breeding incentive program in the United States. By combining the power of a New York-bred foal with a New York-registered sire like Bucchero, you aren't just breeding a runner—you're securing a financial future.
Why Breeding to a NY-Sire is the "Gold Standard"
While being "New York-Bred" is valuable, being "New York-Sired" is the game-changer. The state rewards breeders who support local stallions with double the incentive rates compared to those who ship out of state.
The Math of Success: Breeder Award Rates
When your horse finishes in the top three in any race in New York, the Fund pays out a percentage of the purse money earned directly to you, the breeder.
| Award Tier | New York-Sired (e.g., Bucchero) | Non-New York Sired |
|---|---|---|
| First Place | 40% of Purse | 20% of Purse |
| Second Place | 20% of Purse | 10% of Purse |
| Third Place | 10% of Purse | 5% of Purse |
| Cap per Award | $40,000 | $20,000 |
The Bottom Line:
By breeding to a NY-based stallion, you double your earning potential on every single race. A $50,000 winner's share results in a $20,000 check directly to the breeder when the horse is NY-sired.
Beyond the Awards: The Vertical Integration Advantage
At our new Schuylerville home, Ironhorse Stallions is "quadrupling down" on New York. We offer a birth-to-racetrack solution that maximizes your investment:
Maximize NY Incentives
Keep your mare in-state to ensure your foal qualifies for the maximum breeder awards.
Reduced Overhead
By foaling and raising your horse at our integrated facility near Saratoga, you eliminate the "shipping tax" and keep your investment dollars working locally.
Marketability
NY-breds are in high demand at national sales. In 2025, Bucchero led all NY sires with a $240,000 yearling at the Fasig NY Yearling sale, proving that the market rewards quality NY-sired stock.
Training Excellence
Our Saratoga location places your horse in the heart of America's premier racing circuit, surrounded by the best trainers, facilities, and buyers.
Our state-of-the-art facility in Schuylerville, New York
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