New York has once again become a big apple in the United States with its thoroughbred racing and breeding program that gets funds from state gambling.

A decade ago Maryland lost nearly 80 percent of its stallions, mares and foals to neighboring states, but the state has undergone a remarkable turnaround.

The Pennsylvania breeding industry was declining rapidly without a long-term agreement, but recent changes have the state on the verge of a second wind.

Ontario's breeding industry is in decline with no long-term funding earmarked for the benefit of the province's racehorse breeders.