Living and working on a stud farm

In the Hunter Valley, we are the largest agricultural industry and employer – employing some 5,000 people and contributing to a strong regional community and economy. With over 200 studs, broodmare farms and support industries working closely together, there’s a real comradery about working in the thoroughbred industry. Whether you live on the farm or close by in town, friendships are made to last a lifetime.

Working on a stud farm can provide a real sense of community and family, celebrating milestones together, attending local community events, industry awards, seminars and racedays, playing for your studs team at the inter-farm sports match there’s a lot to be said about a rural lifestyle and its benefits. Our industry aims to be welcoming and inclusive with the warm nature of the people, clients and owners making you feel like you’re part of one big family. Participants are very willing to share their knowledge, history and be informative mentors. The diverse nature of industry employers, clients and owners from around the world make the thoroughbred industry unique and dynamic.