Does he want to create the greatest profit from the horse's career, which might justify the present fee? Or does he want to ensure a great legacy for the stallion, with the highest QUALITY in his offspring? That would need to especially apply to his colts, as being a sire of sires is the hallmark of a great stallion.
If it's about the money, then just massage the fees for max profit. Maybe listen to the advice about how better mares will raise sales prices?
But if it's about KJ's legacy, then maybe creating a partnership with someone who could bring more high quality mares to KJ would make sense...even if it means that Ken gives up part ownership.
If that means a move to a top European farm, that could be helpful; it would surely provide access to better grass mares. I wonder how many weren't sent to him, even if the owners wanted to breed to KJ, because shipping a valuable mare across the Atlantic was not appealing. If he's just a van ride down the road or across the Chunnel, that might be appealing.
Just thinking...
