The Kunigal Stud Farm is a horse breeding establishment located at Kunigal in the Tumakuru district of Karnataka, India. It is one of the oldest stud farms in the country and has historically been associated with the breeding of thoroughbred horses for racing and military use.
| Type | Horse stud farm |
|---|---|
| Location | Kunigal, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India |
| Country | India |
| Industry | Equine breeding |
The farm is situated in Kunigal, a town in the Tumakuru district of Karnataka, an area historically part of the Kingdom of Mysore. It was established under the patronage of rulers of the region and has remained in operation across successive periods of Indian history, transitioning from royal patronage to private and corporate management in the modern era.
Kunigal Stud Farm is engaged primarily in the breeding and rearing of thoroughbred racehorses. Horses bred at the farm have been entered into Indian racing circuits, including events at major Indian racecourses. The farm covers an extensive tract of land suitable for pasturage and equine training facilities.
As one of the long-established stud farms in India, Kunigal occupies a notable place in the history of Indian horse breeding. It has contributed bloodstock to the Indian thoroughbred racing industry and remains an important institution in Karnataka's equine heritage.