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When I visited the stable on race day mornings for urgent reporting,some of the older owners would scold me,saying,You’re unlucky if a woman comes.It wasn't that I felt entirely happy,but on the other hand, I thought,This is fun.I thought that, depending on my efforts, this kind of culture might be gradually dispelled.From that point on, I think I really worked hard on the ground doing the reporting.In that sense, the scarcity of women can be helpful.Conversely,the existence of the country seemed unusual to them, and because so much attention was focused on them,

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My decision to work in broadcasting was largely influenced by joining a broadcasting club by chance in middle school. I had a variety of experiences as a producer,announcer,and engineer,and I found it incredibly enjoyable and well suited to my aptitude,so I strongly felt that this was something I could do well. Just as I was about to enter the workforce,I saw a job posting from the Korea Racing Authority seeking a female announcer.At the time,it was true that I only had a vague understanding of horse racing and knew nothing about its reality.

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Not only are there racing industry professionals building impressive achievements from the outside,but women are also quietly walking their own paths and serving as strong pillars throughout our horse industry.They live as one individual’s vanguard, drawing on the characteristic of being women, not merely as women.Though still few in number, the achievements they have made cannot be ignored.As misogyny, women's rights expansion,and gender equality have become hot-button issues,

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Following the suicide of a female jockey, the sexual harassment of a female trainer, it seemed that dark clouds had gathered over the advancement of women's rights. However, overcoming these setbacks, trainer Lee Shin young, who became the first female trainer, along with jockey Kim Hye seon, the first female jockey to surpass 100 career wins, and jockey Lee Geum ju, who proudly won a race featuring an overseas female jockey, have begun to gradually break down the prejudices.

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The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs expects that if Jeju Special Self-Governing Province faithfully implements the detailed action plans under the Horse Industry Promotion and Development Plan, it will play a leading role in fostering Korea’s horse industry and will also make a significant contribution to stabilizing horse supply and demand.Minister Lee Dong-pil said, “At a time when FTAs are expanding, the horse industry can create new sources of income for agriculture and rural areas, promote exchanges between urban and rural communities, and develop into advanced-country-style industries such as tourism, leisure (equestrian) industry, and healing industry.” He added, “The designation of the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Horse Industry Special Zone carries great significance in that it will establish the foundational infrastructure for the future development of the horse industry.”

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At the Gold Coast first‑generation horse auction held in Australia earlier this year,more than half of the staff representing the ranch were women.In an interview with this publication,Barhamul Stud’s female manager said,It is remarkable for us to even find it surprising that women do the work of horses,adding,Whether a woman is strong or not is not a difference between women and men,but simply a difference in individual ability.She also said,Australian women are strong and have mental toughness that rivals men's.

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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.

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Moreover, during the Japanese colonial period, the rumor that women born in the Year of the Horse are strong-willed spread and was even exploited to suppress women’s rights, deepening the divide.In contrast, in countries where the horse industry is widespread, horses are being raised just as we keep dogs and cats as pets.There is no way there could be a gap between the words and the woman.In Australia,which is known for its strong women's rights, most people,regardless of gender,

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The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs expects that if Jeju Special Self-Governing Province faithfully implements the detailed action plans under the Horse Industry Promotion and Development Plan, it will play a leading role in fostering Korea’s horse industry and will also make a significant contribution to stabilizing horse supply and demand.Minister Lee Dong-pil said, “At a time when FTAs are expanding, the horse industry can create new sources of income for agriculture and rural areas, promote exchanges between urban and rural communities, and develop into advanced-country-style industries such as tourism, leisure (equestrian) industry, and healing industry.” He added, “The designation of the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Horse Industry Special Zone carries great significance in that it will establish the foundational infrastructure for the future development of the horse industry.”

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When asked for a word to readers still waiting for his voice, he said,After joining through open recruitment, I was overqualified to serve as an executive and then retired. She reflected,I have a deep affection for Korea's horse industry, which is why I am still working at a school.He also said,Although I have spent my life in publicity, the horse racing industry, which has had a strong negative perception from its early stages, is extremely difficult.

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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,

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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,

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As the year-end approached and with the closure of Seoul Racecourse Park approaching, the number of horse racing fans who visited the racecourse and off-track betting locations actually increased slightly compared to the previous week, yet the ticketing operations were carried out normally without major disturbances.The Korea Racing Authority and the Betting Ticket Sales Union held a total of 15 main and working-level negotiations starting August 16, during which they negotiated 110 union demands and 78 KRA demands, but failed to narrow their differences. Then, after negotiations continued through mediation by the Central Labor Relations Commission on December 15, the talks ultimately broke down without reaching an agreement, and the Betting Ticket Sales Union eventually filed a strike notification on the 20th.

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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,

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The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs expects that if Jeju Special Self-Governing Province faithfully implements the detailed action plans under the Horse Industry Promotion and Development Plan, it will play a leading role in fostering Korea’s horse industry and will also make a significant contribution to stabilizing horse supply and demand.Minister Lee Dong-pil said, “At a time when FTAs are expanding, the horse industry can create new sources of income for agriculture and rural areas, promote exchanges between urban and rural communities, and develop into advanced-country-style industries such as tourism, leisure (equestrian) industry, and healing industry.” He added, “The designation of the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Horse Industry Special Zone carries great significance in that it will establish the foundational infrastructure for the future development of the horse industry.”

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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,

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Although the betting ticket sales union went on strike on race day demanding changes to wages and employment arrangements, there was no major disruption in the ticket sales operations.When collective bargaining with the Korea Racing Authority broke down, the Labor Union of Racecourse Ticket Vendors of the KRA Korea Racing Association went on strike, and on the 22nd, about 300 ticket vendors refused to come to work.At some off-track locations, some ticket sellers who had more than 50% attendance were refusing to come to work, causing confusion at Seoul Racecourse Park and various off-track locations. To avoid this, free admission was implemented, all Korea Racing Authority staff waited at the ticket counters, and race broadcasts encouraged the use of self-service ticket machines.

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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,

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The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs expects that if Jeju Special Self-Governing Province faithfully implements the detailed action plans under the Horse Industry Promotion and Development Plan, it will play a leading role in fostering Korea’s horse industry and will also make a significant contribution to stabilizing horse supply and demand.Minister Lee Dong-pil said, “At a time when FTAs are expanding, the horse industry can create new sources of income for agriculture and rural areas, promote exchanges between urban and rural communities, and develop into advanced-country-style industries such as tourism, leisure (equestrian) industry, and healing industry.” He added, “The designation of the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Horse Industry Special Zone carries great significance in that it will establish the foundational infrastructure for the future development of the horse industry.”

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Food and Rural Affairs to amend the Enforcement Rules of the Grassland Act so that equestrian facilities may be installed within pastureland designated for ranching.Jeju Special Self-Governing Province explained that it proposed this in order to establish clear grounds for installing equestrian facilities and to develop the horse industry as a new growth engine industry by linking it with the primary industry and the tertiary industries such as tourism, leisure, and sports.The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food is currently pushing to revise the Enforcement Rules of the Pasture Act so that horse-related facilities, livestock experience facilities, farm landscape facilities, and rest facilities—essential infrastructure for livestock farming—are included within the scope of facilities currently designated for horses, so that they can be used without obtaining a separate pasture conversion permit, but equestrian facilities are not included.

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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,