European State Studs Association (2008 – ....)

« Europe’s state stud farms are important custodians of tradition and history, but they are also modern businesses and training companies. They are living cultural heritage sites that must continue to develop while retaining their traditional values in order to remain fit for the future without losing their traditional character. Against the backdrop of changing lifestyles, economic and social structures, many of these unique institutions have been dissolved, misappropriated or severely restricted in recent decades. Since 2003, the directors of the European state studs have met annually to exchange experiences, discuss common problems and develop strategies to solve them. In 2008, they decided to found an official association, the “European State Studs Association” (ESSA). With the adoption of a constitution, the previously loose association gained official representation and a voice in Europe. In 2009, the ESSA was registered as a non-profit association under German law. The association is based at the Marbach Principal and State Stud in Baden-Württemberg. (D’après le site de l’association, 2024) » Bibliothèque Mondiale du Cheval