Josep Bassaganya-Riera

Graded stakes winner Five Star General (Distorted Humor--Party of Interest, by Bernardini) will begin his stud career next season at Covilar's Owl Hollow Farm in Floyd, Virginia. Covilar, founded by Dr. Josep Bassaganya-Riera, acquired a 50% ownership share in the 8-year-old stallion through a strategic partnership with existing owner Kenny Alhadeff. Since acquiring Owl Hollow Farm in 2021, Covilar has worked to transform the property into a modern, world-class breeding facility. Five Star General's pedigree, performance and versatility aligns with Bassaganya-Riera's long-term vision for the farm, according to a release...

Former Calumet Farm stallion Snapy Halo (Arg) (Southern Halo--Ensaola {Arg}, by Ringaro) will stand the 2022 breeding season at Covilar LLC Farm, the former Owl Hollow Morgan Farm. The nursery, located on 120 acres in Floyd, Virginia, was recently purchased by Josep Bassaganya-Riera, a entrepreneur and biotech pioneer. "I am pleased to announce that Covilar LLC initiated operations in the second half of 2021," Bassaganya-Riera said in a release. "We are proud to build on the legacy of success of the Owl Hollow Farm. The breeding barns are fully functional...