Agente de ganado

Bloodstock agents are equine professionals who are hired to buy and sell horses for breeding and racing. Bloodstock agents can specialize in racing stock, breeding stock or a combination of both. They also assist owners in the evaluation of horses based on pedigree and either provide appraisal or determine asking price.

¿Qué responsabilidades tendré?

  • Appraise horses for insurance purposes or direct clients to providers of insurance
  • Visit farms that breed horses to select foals for purchase
  • Acquire shares in stallions on owner’s behalf
  • Meet with potential buyers to discuss their needs and determine which horse(s) would best fit them
  • Attend auctions and bid on behalf of clients
  • Facilitate the process of purchasing horses including determining commission and establishing credit
  • Recommend equine veterinarians, boarding facilities and trainers to patrons
  • Facilitate the process of purchasing horses including determining commission and establishing credit
  • Determine when breeding horses are foaling and notify owners
  • Maintain proper and complete records of purchases and sales to provide reports to owners
  • Remain abreast of changes in the horse market and industry trends
  • Work closely with veterinarians, farriers and other equine health professionals to evaluate the fitness of individual horses

Cursos de bachillerato recomendados:

  • educación agrícola
  • biología
  • anatomy
  • animal science
  • matemáticas

Formación requerida:

There is no specific required degree or training to become a bloodstock agent, but knowledge of or a degree in equine science is beneficial. There are also certification courses available to become more knowledgeable about equine science or the racehorse industry.

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