The International Horse Fair returns for the thirty-fifth year in a row in the capital, Seville. The edition which, as stated in the presentation made by the President of Ancce on Tuesday, promises to be “the most complete and international” to date. The road to Sicap … 2025 has not been an easy year, as the organization of the event has been shaken by bovine skin disease and the recent Phipps floods. Finally, the people of Seville will be able to enjoy themselves as planned From November 18 to 23, the largest event in the world dedicated to purebred Spanish horses.
Among the main novelties of Sicab 2025, of which ABC de Sevilla is an exclusive collaborator, is the presence Delegation of the Kingdom of BahrainVery interested in purebred Spanish horses, as happened last year with the Moroccan delegation returning to the city to participate in this event. This is the third year in a row that there has been an institutional delegation. Performances by international artists such as Lorenzo Action or Santi SerraWhich will present an issue prepared specifically for Sikab, which returns to the Palace of Conferences after its absence for several editions. Likewise, mayors and representatives of more than 50 municipalities in the province of Seville are invited to attend this event. Another notable milestone that the 35th edition will witness is its celebration A day on the track dedicated to the “Western” discipline, It is very popular in America and its interest is spreading throughout Spain and Europe due to the influence of the TV series “Yellowstone”. In total there will be 8 specializations that will be present in the next Sicab.
“SECAP confirms that Seville is the world center for horses,” declared José Luis García Palacios, president of Caja Rural del Sur, at whose headquarters the press conference was held and in which, José Juan Morales declared, “CEACAP confirms that Seville is the world center for horses.” This year will be Morales’ last year at the helm of the Royal National Association of Breeders of Spanish Thoroughbred Horses (Ancce). In his speech, he wanted to remember Carmen Martínez de Sola, who promoted the Sicap, as well as the ranchers who preserve the pure Spanish breed. This event, as shown, represents a Impact on Seville of more than 75 million euros.
Andalusia concentrates a third of Spanish purebreds
Figures that confirm how important it is to talk about purebred Spanish breeds, as announced by Manuel Gomez, Minister of Agriculture in the Council, although it is even more important for livestock breeders. “Andalusia is the land of horses, as it is the region where spending is most concentrated in all stages of the animal’s life in addition to concentration One-third of Spanish purebreds and 34% of cattle farms“. Regarding bovine skin disease, the virus that threatens livestock in Spain, Gomez explained this Although it does not affect horsesIn Andalusia, biosecurity measures have been taken, including a ban on competitions in dangerous places. Finally, the development of Sicab was ensured by the necessary protocols.
For her part, Deputy Minister of Culture Macarena O’Neill wanted to highlight The value of the horse as a “cultural heritage of our land Known for its protection throughout the centuries, it is able to highlight the image of Andalusia like no other. It is an idea also shared by the delegate of major festivals in the Seville City Council, Manuel Ales, who also added that in addition to the economic, cultural or social impact, it is characterized by its reputational impact. »Secap generates the greatest absolute excellence. “Everything is at a high level from start to finish,” he added. The International Horse Fair, as Alice explained, has the greatest support in the region it runs.
The show also featured the presence of this year’s poster artist, Beltran Roman; The deputy of the government of the Andalusian Junta in Seville, Ricardo Sánchez or the elder brother of the lieutenant of Real Maestranza de Caballeria, Marcelo Maestre, among other authorities.
This edition will have More than 890 participating horses representing 323 farms From Spain, Guatemala, the United States, the United Kingdom, Mexico, the Czech Republic, Belgium and Denmark. There will be 321 platforms and 81 livestock pens. In addition to the PRE (Spanish Purebred) World Championships, Sicab will hold high-level competitions, exhibitions, training days and social events.
the Tickets This can be done at sicabentradas.com or at the box office. General admission to the venue from Tuesday to Sunday is €14, while show prices range from €13 to €26. The entire program can be viewed on the event website.
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