Dutch influence prominent during World Cup Finals

The Dutch influence during the World Cup Finals was striking. In show jumping, top sire Heartbreaker posthumously left his mark, and the Cardento-daughter Iliana was the highest-scoring KWPN horse. The dressage final consisted of 40% Dutch horses and had the keur stallion Glamourdale as a dream winner.

VDL Stud Annual Stallion Show- 5th April 2025 From 1pm (CET)

Horse enthusiasts, breeders, and equestrian professionals—mark your calendars. On April 5th at 13:00 CET, we invite you to an extraordinary showcase of world-class stallions at our Annual Stallion Show.

Valerie: The mare makes all the difference

Small in stature, but great in deeds. That applies to the Carthago daughter Valerie, who has developed into a highly successful broodmare at the Nijhof family and Wim ten Pas. Mares like Valerie add extra prestige to Team Nijhof’s own breeding program.

Raffael K and Royal King honored in Ermelo

During the final presentation of the jumping and dressage stallions, the two Gelder stallions Raffael K and Royal King were also honored. They recently successfully completed their performance test in driving.

Both Secret sons registered with positive feedback

The dressage stallion selection committee was able to register both participating stallions with positive reports. Both Sarai L and Pavo Cup champion Nashville SW performed well in the performance test.

Five jumper stallions earn KWPN approval

All five jumper stallions presented today successfully completed the spring performance test. As a result, these four- and five-year-old stallions earned the KWPN breeding license.

Performance test finished for two jumper stallions

The final presentation of the spring performance test is scheduled for this coming Saturday. Following today’s official evaluation, two jumper stallions were picked up by their owners.

Last chance! The KWPN Online Broodmare Auction closes tonight

Would you like to reap the rewards of an investment this season? The KWPN Online Broodmare Auction concludes tonight at 8:00 PM, and bids have already been placed on the 17 pregnant broodmares.

Bidding open! KWPN Online Broodmare auction closes Monday

Dressage and showjumping breeders can seize their opportunity in the KWPN Online Broodmare Auction. Bidding is now open for the 17 in-foal mares and will close on Monday evening from 8:00 PM.

One dressage stallion Leaves KWPN center

The stallion selection committees for both jumping and dressage gathered today in Ermelo to assess the stallions in their performance testing. The assessment of one dressage stallion has been ended.

Enhance your breeding program with mares from the KWPN Broodmare Auction

Starting today, the first collection of 2025 from the KWPN Online Broodmare Auction is available for viewing. This remarkable collection features seventeen in-foal mares, with bidding open from March the 7th till 10th. This auction presents an opportunity not only to enrich your breeding program with genetically valuable broodmares but also to welcome a promising foal this season.

OPU/ICSI: setback or future?

Modern reproductive techniques each have their pros and cons. They are still not cheap, but the costs are becoming more manageable, allowing more breeders to make use of them. Is their use ethically justifiable?

International sports analysis offers hope for 'small' breeders

The saying "a good showjumper comes from a good showjumper" is proven week in and week out by countless international horses from proven maternal lines. However, an analysis of international sport results and the KWPN database reveals that the majority of horses still come from mares that did not perform at a high level themselves. This underscores the relevance of the small but critical breeder.

Royal King and Raffael K officially approved

The four-year-old Gelder stallions demonstrated their driving skills for the second time today, and both performed with conviction, making their approval now final.

Performance test started today for eleven stallions

Three dressage and eight show jumping stallions were successfully presented and admitted for the performance test today. The final presentation will take place on March 15.

The KWPN passion of Spanish horse enthusiast Teddy Beuzet

Especially for the EPTM exam, he flew in from Spain. During the KWPN Select Sale at the KWPN Stallion Show 2024, he purchased no less than two stallions, and he also wants to remain loyal to the studbook in the future: Teddy Beuzet is a true KWPN enthusiast.

One showjumping stallion selected via saddle presentation

Today, a saddle presentation was scheduled in Ermelo for all three breeding directions, preceding the performance test. A total of eleven four-year-old stallions were presented.

Magnifiek wins Oregon Trophy

Since 1998, the Oregon Trophy has been contested at the KWPN Stallion Show in 's-Hertogenbosch. Three top KWPN stallions went head-to-head in an epic battle, including two debutants. Magnifiek took the lead and won the Oregon Trophy for the third time.

Samba dances with great suppleness to the title

Under great public interest, ten three-year-old harness horse stallions appeared at the KWPN Stallion Show, having recently been referred from the first round viewing in Ermelo to the second round viewing. Additionally, a four-year-old stallion was invited to complete his first round viewing in harness. The well-balanced chestnut Samba convincingly became champion. Six stallions were designated for the performance test, and two received premium awards.

Odeer and Odin take the lead in the stallion competition

The versatile Gelderland horses had already completed the KWPN Stallion Competition for Gelder Horses earlier. Tonight, only a beautiful final presentation took place.

Young harness horse stallions impress in presentation of the new generation

There was great anticipation for the harnessed presentation of the stallions approved in 2024. Four of these five stallions had already impressed on the lead in Ermelo. That was a good rehearsal, as they are now showcased in harness before a large audience in Den Bosch.

Edmundo awarded the 'Keur' predicate

Every admirer of a Gelder horse knows his name: the ‘golden’ stallion Edmundo. The son of Upperville was born in 2009 at H.J. Schieven Jr.'s stable. His striking color made him stand out from the very beginning. As of today, he will be known as a keur stallion.

Dries Degrieck and Boyd Exell are fan of the Dutch harness horses

During the KWPN Stallion Show in Den Bosch, our Dutch harness horses, as popular as they are spectacular, took center stage. Two world-class drivers entered the arena. Dries Degrieck won the competition with seconds to spare.