This message is from: Logans - Willows Edge Farm LLC <willowsedgef...@msn.com>
Great question Brian! As I had always learned & been told, white is a no-no, particularly in stallions who can pass that trait on to a lot more offspring than a mare. Up until 2 years ago. We were at the Libby show and a stallion with a star was given a blue conformation. I am also seeing changes in what the evaluators in Norway seem to be grading as well. A stallion there, with a much lighter type and over 15 hands was given top premium. So, for all those of us trying to stick with breed type & conformation in our breeding programs, where does that leave us? As for foaling numbers, we are a typical (I think ;) ) small, quality breeder with 2-4 foals a year. All of our foals typically have been sold quickly, with reasonable prices for us & the buyer. This year's unborn foals are all already sold. Demand is up & supply is low - particularly for those trained, easy to work with geldings. Corinne Logan Willows Edge Farm, LLC Boise/Kuna, Idaho (208) 779-0483 www.willowsedgefarm.com https://www.facebook.com/WillowsEdgeFarmIdaho One question about Fjords that pops up routinely all over the Fjord worldis the question of white markings on Fjords. In Europe, I believe that maresare allowed a small white marking on the forehead. Stallions are not allowedwhite markings. Correct me if I am wrong.From the get go in Canada, the CFHA states No White Markings.The NFHR simply says a small white marking is acceptable.1- One train of thought is that it is simply genetic going back more than150 years. It is part and parcel with the Fjord horse.As an Evaluator, seeing white markings always gives me pause to reflect,what is the correct response? All ideas and comments are appreciated.Brian Jensen Important FjordHorse List Links: Subscription Management: http://tinyurl.com/5msa7e FH-L Archives: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw FH_L Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/8yky94l
