Figures* as at 31/12/2022 

 

Sales

Ireland is an export nation exporting to 34 countries in 2022. A total of 5,463 horses were exported in 2022. The value of exports for Irish foaled horses in 2014 was €293 million. 

Racing

There are 26 racecourses in Ireland with a total of 388 fixtures and an attendance of over 1.2 million people in 2022.

Betting

Total on course betting in 2022 accounted for €135 million* - *Bookmakers including Point-to-Point and excluding Northern Ireland 

Economic Impact

The Thoroughbred industry in Ireland is highly successful and globally competitive. The total direct and stimulated expenditure of Irish Breeding and Racing Industry is estimated to be in the region of €2billion

Note – Employment figure will change, awaiting updated Deloitte Report.

 

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Irish Thoroughbred Breeders' Association (ITBA)

Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association (ITBA)

Chairman: Cathy Grassick

Chief Executive: Peter O'Reilly 

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