The Menorcan Purebred Horse takes centre stageat the island’s most emblematic equestrian event.
The Purebred Menorcan Horse Fair was held in Menorca from May 16 to 19, 2026, positioning itself as a key event to promote the cultural, genetic, and touristic value of the Menorcan Purebred Horse on an international scale.
As part of the collaboration agreement between ICEX and RFEAGAS, an international trade mission was organized from May 16 to 19, bringing together a delegation of buyers from China (Ms. Mingxiu Tao - Taotaoima) and Morocco (Yassine Lamouis - YassineCavalier). The initiative aimed to strengthen the international promotion and commercial expansion of Spanish native livestock breeds, contributing to the global positioning of the sector and supporting Spain’s economic internationalisation strategy.
A total of 2 buyers participated in a comprehensive program designed to highlight both the morphological qualities of the Menorcan breed and the cultural heritage of the island. Participants attended the main sections of the morphological competition at the fairgrounds in Es Mercadal, in addition to taking part in guided visits to award-winning livestock farms known for their export capacity and breed excellence (Ses Arenes de Dalt and Finca Son Saura).
Among the standout experiences was a horseback riding route along the Camí de Cavalls. The program also included promotional sessions with horses on iconic places and beaches, designed to generate audiovisual content and global visibility for the breed through digital platforms. Complementing the equestrian focus, the agenda featured visits to cultural landmarks, such as prehistoric Talayotic sites declared UNESCO World Heritage and some traditional Menorcan villages.
The quality and diversity of the activities, along with the engagement of sector professionals, solidified the Purebred Menorcan Horse Fair 2026 as a benchmark event for the international promotion of Spanish livestock. It reaffirmed the breed’s growing reputation in foreign markets and highlighted the island of Menorca as a unique meeting point between tradition, biodiversity, and innovation in the livestock sector.
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