This section provides a specific overview of the significant contribution of horse racing to the Mid West region, specifically the Counties of Limerick and Clare, where the industry generates €126 million in expenditure and provides 1,477 jobs.  33,926 racegoers attended Limerick racecourse, which hosts both Flat and National Hunt racing all year round.  The region is home to 357 breeders and 41 trainers.    The county also generated bloodstock sales of €37 million.