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June 9, 2021 10:13 am
The Royal Highland Showcase, in Partnership with Royal Bank of Scotland, has revealed strong entry figures for its equestrian classes.
Almost 2,000 entries have been confirmed across Heavy Horses, Light Horses and Show Jumping for the livestreamed event, taking place in Edinburgh from June 14 – June 20.
The equestrian classes will be streamed as part of the ‘behind closed doors’ showcase, which will welcome exhibitors from across the UK to shine a spotlight on the best of the country’s horses and ponies, with 1,992 entries received overall.
Light Horse entries total 780, with the M&M Under Saddle class leading the way with 117 entries.
Martin Beard CREATING a resurgence of native livestock and equine breeds in Scotland is the focus of the newly launched Rare Breeds Survival Trust manifesto. Launched during RBST Scotland s ‘Back to the Future’ virtual conference, the Manifesto for Scotland’s Native Breeds sets out the six core actions that the new Scottish Government should take to boost the commercial, environmental and cultural benefits that native breeds can offer Scotland. RBST vice president Scotland Martin Beard, who farms rare breeds including Large Black pigs and Portland sheep in Angus, said: “Scotland is a colossus in native breeds, from Aberdeen Angus cattle and Soay sheep to the Clydesdale horse, the Highland Pony and many more. Having evolved to be part of our landscape, these breeds are the experts in converting our native vegetation into high quality produce whilst maintaining natural habitats and enhancing biodiversity.