Horse Breeding

Ironwood Farm has been serving the equestrian community since 1998, specializing in breeding, training, and selling Norwegian Fjord horses. Encompassing 132 acres of rolling hills, woods and streams, Ironwood Farm is the largest Norwegian Fjord Horse farm in Virginia. Norwegian Fjords are a light draft breed know for their good temperament and versatility under saddle or in harness. Originally domesicated over 4,000 years ago, the Norwegian Fjord Horse is one of the world’s oldest and purest breeds. Ironwood horses compete in dressage, driving, eventing, and draft. Ironwood Farm sells Norwegian Fjord horses throughout the United States and has been recognized by the Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry as an ambassador for the breed.

Jonesborough Farm is owned and operated by Larry and Rie Jones. Their mission is to promote excellence in horsemanship through comprehensive horse care, breeding, and the personalized training and educating of the equine athlete. Beginning with the training and showing of Arabian horses, Jonesborough Farm has expanded to include layup and rehab therapy.