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Breeds, Championships, Competitions, Dressage, Events, JRPR

Zerbino Interagro Wins GCDA Year-End Championship in AA Prix St George

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Johnny Robb riding Zerbino Interagro, winner of the GCDA Adult Amateur Prix St. George Championship for 2012. (Photo courtesy of Susan J Stickle)

Wellington, FL (January 23, 2013) – Zerbino Interagro, a nine-year-old Lusitano gelding imported from Interagro Lusitanos in Brazil, topped the field in the year end awards at the banquet for the Gold Coast Dressage Association, winning the GCDA Adult Amateur Prix St. George Championship for 2012. He was ridden by Adult Amateur Johnny Robb, who became acquainted with Lusitanos through her work. Robb owns an equestrian PR firm. One of the accounts the firm began working with a few years ago was the Lusitano Collection International Horse Auction.

Robb, an avid warmblood junkie, found the Lusitanos interesting, but never realized she would own not one, but two of them. When one of Robb’s Hanoverians was on stall rest with a stone bruise and she borrowed Zerbino Interagro from Peter van Borst, the US Representative for Interagro Lusitanos.

Peter van Borst and Cherri Reiber were using Zerbino Interagro in a tandem act that they traveled all across the country, including Equine Affair and other events. Zerbino Interagro was ridden by Reiber and while line driving another Interagro stallion, Vistor Interagro, in front.  The horses both performed the entire range of upper level dressage movements with the long reins connecting to the stallion in front.

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Baluarte Interagro Wins 2012 NALBA Adequan/USDF All-Breeds Award

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Baluarte Interagro has been awarded the Adequan/USDF All-Breeds Award declared by the North American Lusitano Breeders Association. (Photo courtesy of Tupa)

Atlanta, GA (November 14, 2012) – Interagro Lusitanos are known for their prowess in the dressage arena, and the tradition continues as 7-year-old Baluarte Interagro has been awarded the Adequan/USDF All-Breeds Award declared by the North American Lusitano Breeders Association.  The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) announced the final year end standings on October 15, and Baluarte came out on top with a median score of 67.751, ranking him #1 in the First Level Open division.  The bay Lusitano horse is owned by Cathy Cooper Champion, and was ridden by Kimberly Schisler into all his 2012 first level scores.

“I am of course thrilled with Balu’s success,” states Champion. “We hope to improve his scores even more in the near future.  He and I are currently in full training with Adam Lastowka, a Grand Prix trainer and former winner at Dressage at Devon, and we plan to show 2nd and 3rd level this year.” Interagro Lusitanos has always been known for breeding outstanding sport horses, and Baluarte is no exception.  “Balu has all of the qualities that make a well-bred Lusitano a great dressage choice for an adult amateur,” Champion describes. “He is willing and comfortable, an easy keeper, a little too smart for his own good, and the darling and clown of the barn.”  She continues, “He is happiest learning new things — even silly things like how to zip and unzip our barn manager’s jacket, which he did spontaneously one day to the mirth of everyone around!”

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Auctions, Breeds, JRPR, Uncategorized

2012 Interagro Collection National Auction Showcases Young Horses and Weanlings to Crowd of Enthusiastic Buyers

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Photo courtesy of Murilo Constantino

Itapira, Brazil (September 18, 2012) – Interagro Lusitanos was filled with the sounds of bidding and sights of stunning Lusitano horses at their annual Interagro Collection National Auction, which took place on August 25, 2012 in Itapira, Brazil.  The auction featured horses from both Interagro and their guest breeder, Rocas do Vouga, and was for the first time the National auction was open to an international audience. Some of the new features included an app, which allowed buyers to view all of the horses in the auction on their mobile devices, as well as an English website and x-rays on the 12 adult horses presented.  Over 430 guests attended the anticipated event, and 9 of the Lusitanos sold were purchased by buyers from other Brazilian states and other countries, including the United States.

The 2012 Interagro Collection was a combination of the 21st Annual Interagro Collection National Auction and the 5th Annual Lusitano Collection International Auction, and marked the first time that the auctions were combined.  The much-anticipated event presented a select number of premium Lusitano horses from both breeders.  All of the Lusitanos are evaluated from birth for their athleticism, trainability, and temperament. Interagro and Rocas do Vouga sold 25 weanlings and 9 sporthorse prospects at the auction, including Diacono Interagro, Dream do Vouga, Euforia do Vouga, Hamilcar Interagro, and Dervixe Interagro.

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Auctions, Breeds, Competitions, Dressage, Driving, Events, Hunter/Equitation, JRPR

Interagro Lusitanos Win at Exposição Internacional do Cavalo Lusitano

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Semaneiro Interagro and Viajor Interagro, owned by Mr. Alvaro Coelho da Fonseca, competed in the pairs driving category. (Photos courtesy of Interagro Lusitanos)

Itapira, Brazil (July 30, 2012) – The world-renown Interagro Lusitanos won a bevy of ribbons during the Exposição Internacional do Cavalo Lusitano – the 31st International Lusitano Show held in Brazil. Interagro Lusitanos, the largest breeder and exporter of Lusitano horses in the world, was founded in 1975 by Dr. Paulo Gavião Gonzaga to preserve the Lusitano breed.  Since its founding, Interagro’s breeding program has flourished and the Interagro Lusitanos have found far-reaching success in show rings around the world.

“The International Lusitano Show was a huge success and we are so proud of all of our horses,” said Cecilia Gonzaga, Managing Director of Interagro Lusitanos. “Coudelaria Rocas do Vouga won the Best Breeder and Best Exhibitor Award, which thrills us because they are our partners for the Lusitano Collection International Horse Auction. Their horses and riders put in excellent performances, and overall it was a fantastic presentation from Rocas do Vouga.  Our own riders and horses from Interagro gave them a run for their money, with top placings in dressage and working equitation.”

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Dr. Hilary Clayton and Dressage Today’s Patricia Lasko Visit Interagro Lusitanos in Brazil

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Dr. Hilary Clayton, famed equine biomechanics expert, practices her skill on the working equitation course at Interagro Lusitanos in Brazil. (Photo courtesy of Interagro Lusitanos)

Itapira, Brazil (June 4, 2012) – Interagro Lusitanos regularly hosts riders, trainers, clients, photographers, and Lusitano aficionados who are drawn to the horses, history, and breathtaking natural beauty of the 1200-acre farm outside of São Paulo in Brazil.  Most recently the names on Interagro’s guest list included Dr. Hilary Clayton, the world-renowned equine biomechanics expert, and Patricia Lasko, the editor of Dressage Today magazine.  Lasko and Dr. Clayton spent their week at Interagro immersing themselves in every aspect of the Lusitano horses while simultaneously enjoying the Brazilian hospitality and breathtaking scenery of Interagro.

Dr. Clayton, a veterinarian, author, and equestrian revered for her research on the biomechanics of the equine gait, was a keynote speaker at the Il Caballiana veterinary seminar in Itupeva, Brazil on April 21-22, 2012.  But before heading to the seminar, Dr. Clayton indulged her passion for the Lusitano horse with a stay at Interagro Lusitanos, the largest breeder and exporter of Lusitano horses in the world. Dr Clayton’s visit coincided with Patricia Lasko’s, the current editor of Dressage Today, the world’s foremost magazine dedicated to the discipline of dressage, the riders, and training the horse.

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Awards, Breeds, Competitions, Dressage, Events, JRPR

Michele Renshaw and Bon Orpheo Win Interagro Lusitano High Score Award during Gold Coast Dressage Finale

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Michele Renshaw (left) and Bon Orpheo won the Interagro Lusitano High Score Lusitano Award at the Gold Coast Dressage Association Finale. (Photo courtesy of JRPR)

Wellington, FL (May 30, 2012) – Bon Orpheo, a beautiful bay Lusitano, rode away with the Interagro Lusitano High Score Award at the Gold Coast Dressage Association Finale. The six-year-old Lusitano competed in the First Level Test 3 class with trainer Michele Renshaw, earning a 70.968% as well as the Lusitano High Score, sponsored by Interagro Lusitanos, the largest breeder of Lusitano horses in the world. Interagro has sponsored the award at select shows during the winter show season to recognize the most successful Lusitanos and their riders.

“I just got the ride on Bon Orpheo in February and we have done one schooling show and this was our first recognized show together,” Renshaw said. “He was super and I look forward to moving him up to Third Level.”

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Breeds, Dressage, Driving, Events, JRPR

Interagro Lusitanos Brave the Storm to Present Tandem Driving Exhibition at HITS Ocala for Galopando TV

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Cherri Reiber performed a tandem driving demonstration with Zerbino Interagro and Vistor Interagro at the “World of the Horse Spectacular”. (Photo courtesy of JRPR)

Ocala, FL (March 9, 2012) – The weather was challenging at the “World of the Horse Spectacular” demonstration held during the $50,000 Grand Prix at Horseshows in the Sun(HITS) Ocala, but the show must go on – and it did! Two magnificent Interagro Lusitanos, along with their international rider and trainer Cherri Reiber, presented a thrilling tandem demonstration at the event that showcased the magnificent Lusitano breed and their talent for performing upper level dressage movements.

“It was stormy and the weather was challenging, but just as we were about to present our tandem driving it stopped raining for about 15 minutes and we went and the audience was thrilled. We were certainly a hit,” Reiber said. “We were invited to the ‘World of the Horse Spectacular’ by Galopando TV, and the event was simulcast on their station.”

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Breeds, Conferences, Dressage, Events, JRPR, Training/Clinics, USDF

Lusitano Stallion Zairo Interagro Represents the Breed in 2012 USDF Trainer’s Conference

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Zairo Interagro and rider Heather Bender receive coaching during the USDF Trainer’s Conference at High Meadow Farm. (Photo courtesy of JRPR)

Wellington, FL (February 7, 2012) – Zairo Interagro, a beautiful grey Lusitano stallion bred by Interagro Lusitanos, participated as a demonstration horse the during the USDF FEI-Level Trainer’s Conference with trainer Heather Bender. The USDF Trainer’s Conference was held at High Meadow Farm in Loxahatchee, Florida, and featured Christoph Hess, an FEI “I” judge in both dressage and eventing.

“I am so pleased that Zairo Interagro had the opportunity to represent the Lusitano breed during the Trainer’s Conference,” said Cecilia Gonzaga, the Managing Director of Interagro Lusitanos in Brazil. “Trainers from around the United States attended the conference, and this event was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the breed.”

Zairo and Bender took part in the Third level demonstration, working on flying changes and stretching over the back under the tutelage of Hess. “Zairo is a talented horse and a good representation of the Lusitano breed, which are known for their generous temperament and trainability,” Gonzaga said.

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Interagro Lusitanos to Host the 2012 Lusitano Collection International Horse Auction in Brazil in June

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Photo courtesy of Interagro Lusitanos

Itapira, Brazil (January 19, 2012) – Interagro Lusitanos, the largest breeder and exporter of Lusitano horses in the world, is inviting fans to mark their calendars for June 23rd, 2012, the date of the 2012 Lusitano Collection International Horse Auction. The esteemed auction, which features a world-class selection of Lusitano horses, has been held in the United States for the past four years.  The success of the auction in the United States and the blossoming popularity of the Interagro Lusitano prompted the organizers to host the prestigious auction at Interagro Lusitanos outside of Sao Paulo.  Interagro’s unique equestrian culture and dedication to preserving the pure Lusitano lineages offers visitors an unparalleled equestrian experience.  The 1200-acre ranch is set among lush tropical landscape and Interagro’s selection of Lusitanos at auction have been bred and selected for their movement, trainability, and talent for competitive endeavors.

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Fans at the Massachusetts Equine Affaire Enjoy Thrilling Performance from Two Talented Interagro Lusitanos

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Cherri Reiber performed a tandem driving demonstration with Zerbino Interagro and Vistor Interagro during the Pfizer Fantasia at Equine Affaire. (Photo courtesy of M&A Photography)

W. Springfield, MA (December 23, 2011) – Fans at the 2011 Massachusetts Equine Affaire were on their feet at the Pfizer Fantasia musical equine celebration thanks to a thrilling performance by two talented and stunning Interagro Lusitanos.  International rider and trainer Cherri Reiber presented a tandem demonstration at the Equine Affaire that showcased the magnificent Lusitano breed and their talent for performing upper level dressage movements.

Interagro Lusitanos also had a booth at the premier equestrian gathering, and thanks to Reiber’s exciting demonstration the booth was the place to be as Equine Affaire attendees swarmed it to learn more about the Interagro Lusitano. “Cherri’s demonstration was a huge crowd pleaser and certainly generated a lot of excitement that spilled over to our booth,” said Cecilia Gonzaga, Manager of Interagro Lusitanos in Brazil.

Reiber is an FEI level dressage trainer and rider who trained both horses, Zerbino Interagro and Vistor Interagro, to do the tandem driving.  Reiber, who is based out of Southwest Ranches, Florida, competes on the Wellington show circuit and in 1999 was named the State Line Tack/USET Grand Prix Champion with her horse G Tudor.  Reiber and G Tudor also attended the 2000 World Cup Dressage Final in Hertogenbosch, Netherlands.

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