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Since the year before last, they said they had been discussing with Kangwon Land to promote winter mountain horseback riding and had been surveying the area in detail to develop a horseback trekking course using the 'Untan-ro,' the coal transport route. It was popular with a large turnout of equestrian club members, but there was regret as the project has stalled due to budget issues.As a former executive of the Korea Racing Authority who led efforts in image reform and public relations,
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:26 AM
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However, despite this reality, civic groups that have ridden on social prejudice against off-track betting facilities and regional selfishness are absorbed in opposition for the sake of opposition, and it is regrettable that the reality of labeling the horse racing industry—which contributes a significant portion to the national budget by paying tax revenue amounting to 1.4 trillion won annually—as gambling is nothing short of unfortunate.The horse industry and horse racing industry say that instead of opposing only for the sake of opposition, they should seek development into a healthy leisure activity and openly discuss with each other to set the best course for one another.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:24 AM
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Professor Jojunggi first introduced the Department of Equestrian Industry at Gangneung Yeongdong University, which was established 15 years ago. As a private junior college specialized in medicine and tourism, Gangneung Yeongdong University actively supports student entrepreneurship and employment, and is focusing on training the workforce needed at the grassroots level of the horse industry by integrating Gangwon Province’s regional characteristics of forestry,
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:23 AM
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With Gyeryong Construction relocating to a new headquarters in February, the Korea Racing Authority plans to purchase the shared Gyeryong Construction building and improve customer service by remodeling it into an optimized facility. When residents began opposing the expansion of the Daejeon branch, the Korea Racing Authority stated that it would maintain the current policy of one person, one seat, assigned seating system and the current number of entrants.The importance of off-track betting facilities in the horse racing industry is by no means small.To implement horse racing, enormous financial resources are required to equip basic facilities such as racecourses, stands, and auxiliary facilities, and due to difficulties in securing land to build racetracks, it is a reality in countries that have implemented horse racing that they operate off-track betting facilities far outnumbering the number of racetracks.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:21 AM
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Despite the complexity, the Bukyung staff made an effort to learn by asking many questions to introduce the new teaching method. I poured out questions I had always wondered about, such as how and how much rest I should take after intense training.If massage professionals understand the principles of equine exercise physiology, they can scientifically determine what changes occur during training of racehorses. Introducing exercise physiology does not immediately improve a racehorse's ability,
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:21 AM
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In particular, the two main roads are blocking access to the nearest school, Seongsim Girls’ Middle and High School, so it was found that only 0.27 students per day actually attend school in front of the new Yongsan branch, revealing how absurd the opposing side’s claims were.Nevertheless, the opposing side is shouting only opposition unconditionally.In their press statement, the Residents’ Committee demanded opposition to the expansion of the Yongsan branch office outside the building, desperate resistance if the branch office is forced to open inside, and strong action from the Yongsan District Mayor, the district council, and National Assembly member Jin Young.In particular, they have repeatedly insisted that opening the new Yongsan branch is absolutely impossible, and that if the opening is pursued, there would be no need for consultation.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:18 AM
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Having already begun the hunt for a new record as the fastest to reach 100 wins,Moon Se young continued to become the record holder.Last year, he also reached 1,200 wins about five years ahead of jockey Park Tae jong,and it took only about nine months to add 100 more wins to reach 1,300,further shortening the time needed to accumulate victories.Jockey Moon Se young,who continues her unstoppable winning streak,has recorded 74 wins as of the end of June. Although it is still a numbers game,he is likely to reach 100 wins this year,
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:18 AM
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Jockey Moon Se young, who has become the leading figure in Korean horse racing, became only the second in the history of the sport to achieve 1,300 wins in the shortest time,marking yet another page in Korean equestrian history.Since recording 1,294 wins by the end of June,jockey Moon Se young had seen limited riding time due to suspension and away races in Busan and Gyeongnam,but on Saturday the 30th,the last week of July,he showcased almost godlike riding skills,
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:16 AM
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Lee Chan-ho is the right jockey for Changse. He has a habit of leaning inside after the fourth turn, but since jockey Lee Chan-ho uses his left hand, he was able to cover this weakness effectively. Changse is still very young, only three years old. Whether to participate in the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Governor's Cup final will be decided after a comprehensive assessment of the horse's condition. Since he is still young, I don't plan to push him too hard until this year.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:12 AM
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You seemed distracted during training before the race, but you appeared to focus well during the race. Since Changse performed better when leading, they instructed jockey Lee Chan-ho to take the lead. I instructed them to take the lead, even if it was somewhat difficult at first. I felt very anxious because it seemed like I was being overtaken just 100 meters before the finish line. But when 'Changse' was by my side, I think I was able to hold on because of my stubbornness in not wanting to lose.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:02 AM
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Recently, Minister Lee Dong-pil has been making efforts to tie the knot and step down from his post. On the 31st, he held a breakfast meeting with professional newspaper publishers, and on the 16th,he posted personal reflections on his social media accounts. As Minister of Agriculture,Food and Rural Affairs of the Republic of Korea,Minister Lee said,To fulfill the role I had pledged to myself,I tried to scrutinize,verify,and inspect everything as if carving grooves into millet.Among the many things we had promised, some may have fallen short of our goals,
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 09:00 AM
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He also said,I strove to change the approach and paradigm of Korea's agricultural policy, adding,While serving as minister,I achieved structural reform in agriculture and implemented a considerate agricultural policy that takes those aged 65 and over into account. He recalled,We also established a value system through the sixth industry at the regional level.He did not hold back on discussing the direction of the Park Geun Hye's agricultural policy.Korean agriculture is at a turning point.To move toward sustainable development,
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:57 AM
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Always supporting the bright future of Korean agriculture and rural communities with a humble spirit, I will listen carefully and do my utmost to contribute, even in a small way, wherever there is a needOn the 29th, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Lee Dong-pil held a meeting with a press corps of specialized media and shared his final reflections. On the 16th, the Blue House reshuffled three ministries and appointed Kim Jae-soo, president of the Korea
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:49 AM
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In particular, the two main roads are blocking access to the nearest school, Seongsim Girls’ Middle and High School, so it was found that only 0.27 students per day actually attend school in front of the new Yongsan branch, revealing how absurd the opposing side’s claims were.Nevertheless, the opposing side is shouting only opposition unconditionally.In their press statement, the Residents’ Committee demanded opposition to the expansion of the Yongsan branch office outside the building, desperate resistance if the branch office is forced to open inside, and strong action from the Yongsan District Mayor, the district council, and National Assembly member Jin Young.In particular, they have repeatedly insisted that opening the new Yongsan branch is absolutely impossible, and that if the opening is pursued, there would be no need for consultation.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:47 AM
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Minister Lee Dong-pil was appointed in March 2013 and has served in his ministerial post since then.At the meeting,Minister Lee Dong-pil said, It was three and a half years.He began by saying,Various issues have occurred, such as rice tariff liberalization,the Korea-China FTA, supply and demand instability, and foot-and-mouth disease.As a minister with a background as a researcher and scholar, I would like to cite the organization of basic statistics as my greatest achievement.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:45 AM
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Now, under the banner of the Cheongju Youth Equestrian Team,I plan to support their participation in various competitions so they can achieve good results and also focus on character education.Han-Moo Kwak,CEO of Taesan Equestrian Town, believed that the Korea-US FTA offered more vision for the equestrian business than the fattening industry,so he entered the equestrian business in 2007.He says the key to running the riding stable steadily for 10 years now has been a mindset that values principles and fundamentals.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:43 AM
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Do not throw tantrums or be stubborn. I won’t do it if I’m not right, but I will if I am, so I’m grateful that they at least listened to what I had to say. I think it is necessary to expand equestrian support nationwide, not just in certain areas, to spark a boom in equestrianism. There may be a large number of equestrian enthusiasts in the Seoul and Gyeonggi areas, but what guarantee is there that only people from there are good at riding horses? Isn't the purpose of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries' equestrian support program to expand the base of the riding population
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:40 AM
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In particular, they stated that they will closely analyze the operational performance of the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Horse Industry Special Zone going forward and expand the designation of special zones, while also announcing plans to designate around five special zones nationwide by 2017 in the mid to long term, with one zone per region.The only animal in Korea that is managed under a special law is the horse. Once one of the animals closest to humans, it has now, under the influence of the Industrial Revolution, given up much of its former role and become confined to activities such as horse racing and horseback riding.In 2011, the government enacted the Horse Industry Promotion Act as a measure to prevent the deterioration of the rural economy caused by FTAs, aiming to develop it as a new growth engine for the rural economy.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:38 AM
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However, despite this reality, civic groups that have ridden on social prejudice against off-track betting facilities and regional selfishness are absorbed in opposition for the sake of opposition, and it is regrettable that the reality of labeling the horse racing industry—which contributes a significant portion to the national budget by paying tax revenue amounting to 1.4 trillion won annually—as gambling is nothing short of unfortunate.The horse industry and horse racing industry say that instead of opposing only for the sake of opposition, they should seek development into a healthy leisure activity and openly discuss with each other to set the best course for one another.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:35 AM
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Until now, it was a project that people from other regions could hardly approach. I acknowledge that the Seoul and Gyeonggi areas receive more support than other regions because they have a large equestrian population. But isn't the provinces part of South Korea. I think at least one unit should be allocated. I personally visited the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and told them that the equestrian support program is for the entire nation, not limited to specific regions, and requested support for local areas, including Chungbuk.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:35 AM
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Efforts to communicate are also necessary. Limited groups are debating among themselves without even representing the opinions of all members. When making decisions or handling matters, representatives who have local representation should be gathered to hear their voices. Even if that opinion is not adopted, isn't it only right to at least try to hear it.The equestrian support program is open to the entire population. I understand that the equestrian support program has been in place for about four to five years.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:32 AM
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In particular, they stated that they will closely analyze the operational performance of the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Horse Industry Special Zone going forward and expand the designation of special zones, while also announcing plans to designate around five special zones nationwide by 2017 in the mid to long term, with one zone per region.The only animal in Korea that is managed under a special law is the horse. Once one of the animals closest to humans, it has now, under the influence of the Industrial Revolution, given up much of its former role and become confined to activities such as horse racing and horseback riding.In 2011, the government enacted the Horse Industry Promotion Act as a measure to prevent the deterioration of the rural economy caused by FTAs, aiming to develop it as a new growth engine for the rural economy.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:32 AM
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If I speak of it with selfishness, those words lose their weight. As long as the other person isn't a fool, you can tell whether there's personal bias. I speak my mind whether I'm in a central ministry or a local government. It's not because of this, but because of that, I can say it proudly. Only someone who is honest can say something like this. A person without personal bias should lead the organization. Only by doing so can we move beyond the development of the horse industry and become a developed nation.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:28 AM
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Although the building was completed at a huge expense, the opening date has been postponed as public opinion among residents has worsened due to the complex interests of some civic groups and political circles, and the situation is being closely monitored.Through community service in the Yongsan area and opening cultural centers, the Korea Racing Authority is working to soothe residents’ public sentiment and improve the image of horse racing and off-track betting facilities.There are no legal defects before the Yongsan branch relocation. As already stated by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, since the branch is already operating in the same area, there is no need to seek the consent of local residents for the relocation. Also, the distance from the school claimed by the opposing side is beyond the 200 meters set by law, so there is no major problem.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:21 AM
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As part-time horse racing workers, betting ticket sellers only need to come to work on the days races are held to handle ticketing and guidance, and because they currently work two days a week, they fall under the category of ultra-short-hour workers with less than 15 working hours per week. If the weekly working hours are 15 hours or more, under the Labor Standards Act and the Act on the Standards of Working Conditions, the employee may receive paid holidays and annual paid leave, and be eligible for severance pay.The ticket-selling union said, “The Korea Racing Authority only forcibly adjusted meal and break times, reducing working hours to less than 15 hours, while the actual working hours are more than 15 hours.” They added, “Because management cuts the meal and break times by 10 minutes each, we can’t even have a leisurely meal.” It was argued that all actual working hours should be recognized.
Saturday, September 19 2026 - 08:17 AM