2026 Mare X-Ray Screening Scheme Now Open
Horse Sport Ireland is delighted to announce the opening of the Mare X-Ray Screening Scheme as part of the 2026 Breeding Initiatives funded under National Breeding Services schemes by the Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine.
This scheme is open to fillies and mares who are registered or endorsed in a DAFM-approved studbook and meet specific requirements. Breeders/owners can apply to participate in the x-ray screening scheme by completing the online application at the bottom of this page.
In 2026, successful applicants must pay 30% of X-Ray Screening Costs and Horse Sport Ireland will pay the remaining 70% to the participating clinic directly.
CLICK HERE for scheme terms and conditions
Summary criteria:
- Horses/ponies must be studbook registered with a breed recorded to avail of any scheme funding.
- Applicants must upload a screenshot of the Equine Operator profile (ROI) /NI breeders a valid EEN.
- All equines must be registered in the correct ownership for scheme funding.
- Applicants who cannot provide evidence of their Equine Operator Profile (EOP) in the ROI, or Equine Establishment Number (EEN) in NI at the time of application WILL be rejected and can reapply when evidence can be provided
To apply to take part in the scheme, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, under National Breeding Services
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