Science Saving Oldest Horse Breeds
Suffolk Punch Stallions - Oldest Horse Breed in UK Source: Stock image of Suffolk Punch Stallions Dates Back to Early 16th Century and Near Extinction They're known in the United Kingdom as Suffolk Punch Stallions. They're Britain's oldest horse breed, dating back to the early 16th century. They're strong work horses, used to plough the fields. But they are critically endangered and closing in on extinction. Fortunately, technology, expertise and science are the cavalry and they're riding in for a rescue. New Saving Partnership A new partnership has formed between three UK entities: Stallion AI Services, Cogent UK and Twemlows Stud to manage Suffolk Punch sperm and give the UK's oldest horse breed a chance for survival. They're utilizing the latest science, technology and genetics and working in conjunction with the UK's Rare Breeds Survival Trust. Twelve More Endangered Horse Breeds in the UK The Rare Breeds Survival Trust hopes ...