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With more horses of good pedigree, we can also expect strong results.Recently, the composition of visitors to the racecourse has become more diverse, including not only horse racing fans but also families accompanied by young children and young people visiting with partners or friends. I think it is currently in the process of becoming a healthy leisure sport. To bring about greater change, rather than focusing solely on horse racing, using horses as a medium for the general public to watch and enjoy is also a viable approach. Ordinary people should be able to come and go naturally and without hesitation.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:53 AM
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Whether you are abroad or in a regional area, as long as you have the will, you can learn. If you want to learn about the Korean language industry, you are not limited by spatial constraints, even in countries like China and Southeast Asia. Since the courses can be conducted from a distance, instructors currently teaching can earn their master's degrees without having to come to the classroom. And it is also possible to graduate by completing major courses instead of a thesis.The master's program in the 'Horse Industry,' launching this fall,
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:52 AM
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Of course not. We will invite top experts from the horse industry to conduct the classes. Someone who has both skill and reputation. Since it is a graduate program, it would likely be for someone with a master's degree or higher. Some may question the absence of a curriculum. This may be a point of misunderstanding for some, but the basic curriculum of our graduate school is well established. It is well structured, segmented into marketing, services, distribution, facility management, events, and more. They are integrating the 'horse industry' to specialize in this.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:49 AM
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It seems that the Korea Racing Authority is doing a good job of strengthening competitiveness right now. For example, they are doing a good job of hosting international competitions like the 'Korea Cup' in Korea or sending Korea's top racehorses on tours to places such as Dubai and Singapore. If we increase contact with international horse racing in this way, there is a good chance it will work.First of all, I regret the recent horse trainer incident that occurred at LetsRun Park Busan-Gyeongnam. The working hours of speech therapists abroad are also very similar to those in Korea. However, since they receive a portion of the prize money, the treatment of Korean horse trainers is relatively good.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:48 AM
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Rep. Park Wan-joo said, “To advance the agricultural machinery rental business, improvement measures such as purchasing and utilizing machinery that reflect local farming needs and establishing differentiated rental periods by model must be put in place as soon as possible,” adding, “As a member of the Agriculture, Food, Rural Affairs, Oceans and Fisheries Committee, I will do my utmost to ensure that the discussions from today’s forum are reflected in actual policy.”We are conducting a series of interviews with members of the Masadong Alumni Association. The subject of this interview was recommended by Lee Geon-woo, CEO of the Public Labor Law Firm and auditor of the Masa Alumni Association, to Ryu Geun-chang, chairman of the Dream Support Center.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:45 AM
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He says that through speaking, he has been inspired more by poetry.Master’s program candidates will mainly be equestrian instructors and operators in the horse industry, as well as workers in related organizations or associations. A leader can be either a former athlete or an instructor. It is essential for those who want to run a business. Through advanced courses in the master's program, students can further develop their expertise, and after completing graduate school, they can apply what they have learned in the field.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:44 AM
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Due to rapid aging and labor shortages in rural areas, the government is working to reduce the burden of purchasing agricultural machinery and increase its utilization through agricultural machinery rental service centers. However, Representative Park Wan-joo explained the background for the forum, saying, "The number of agricultural machines at the rental business center that have been left unused past their service life is increasing every year, leading to a decline in the efficiency of the rental program," and added, "Farmers are complaining about issues such as restrictions on the range of machines they can use, short rental periods, and a surge in demand for the same model during the off-season, highlighting problems in management and operation."
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:42 AM
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For an industry to develop, the number of experts in that field must increase. In that regard, establishing a graduate master's program specialized in the 'word industry' is highly meaningful.The major in Horse Industry Management comprehensively covers a wide range of fields, including professional and recreational sports, rehabilitation, facilities, equipment, fashion, and tourism. The training focuses on horses, covering topics from marketing and services to rehabilitation training using medicine. The more applicants for the 'Horse Industry Management' major there are, the more courses tailored to the major will be added.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:39 AM
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There is no special secret. Fortunately, I think I met some wonderful owners and horse trainers. If there is a secret to my success, it seems to be that I met wonderful people who have helped me a lot around me. Our group uses an Irish source called 'Red Mill,' which I personally like. The teaching style is no different from that of other groups. But I’ll keep training them consistently. Other Korean squads take two weeks off or work in intervals, but our Demon King’s Guard starts training immediately after just 2 to 3 days.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:35 AM
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Starting this fall semester, the first master's program in the 'horse industry' in Korea will be launched. I led this effort while studying the Department of Sports Industry at Sejong University's Graduate School of Industry. The Department of Sports Industry offers four majors: Equine Industry Management, Sports Marketing, Sports Medicine, and Leisure Sports Tourism. I began to feel that I was truly blinded by the word, and that I wanted to develop the horse industry into a genuine industry.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:33 AM
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By consistently doing training, I feel I’m getting injured less than if I were pushing myself too hard with wet training in short bursts before races. Since trainers Kim Young-kwan, Baek Gwang-yeol, and Ahn Woo-sung are doing well these days, I will work hard too.I don't know much about the overall system of LetsRun Park Seoul. However, at LetsRun Park Seoul, the stable is operated at the association level, while at LetsRun Park Busan-Gyeongnam, it is run by individuals, so Busan seems more competitive. Seoul has a small and tight feel to its main roads, whereas Busan’s main roads feel much larger and more linear.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:31 AM
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Professor Kim, who says he has become more inspired by poetry since he began learning horseback riding, is actually a marketing education expert with no connection to the horse industry.Although he began as an expert in a field unrelated to the horse industry, he has worked diligently as an educator, sharing the appeal of equestrianism with CEOs and opinion leaders to help establish a healthy equestrian culture. Starting this September, the university will launch the country's first master's program specializing in the 'horse industry' at the graduate level.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:30 AM
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Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs will continue to provide unwavering support and encouragement so that young farmers like Kim Mi-sun can realize their dreams in rural areas through the sixth industrialization, fueled by their innovative ideas and technological capabilities,” explaining the reason for selecting her as this month’s Sixth Industry Person of the Month.At the young age of 31, Kim Mi-sun, CEO of Jirisan Piagol Foods, is the nation’s first and youngest female village chief. By leading efforts to generate local income using Jirisan’s specialty sap and forest products,
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:26 AM
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Rep. Park Wan-joo said, “To advance the agricultural machinery rental business, improvement measures such as purchasing and utilizing machinery that reflect local farming needs and establishing differentiated rental periods by model must be put in place as soon as possible,” adding, “As a member of the Agriculture, Food, Rural Affairs, Oceans and Fisheries Committee, I will do my utmost to ensure that the discussions from today’s forum are reflected in actual policy.”We are conducting a series of interviews with members of the Masadong Alumni Association. The subject of this interview was recommended by Lee Geon-woo, CEO of the Public Labor Law Firm and auditor of the Masa Alumni Association, to Ryu Geun-chang, chairman of the Dream Support Center.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:26 AM
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Combined with local farm kitchens and lodging facilities, it also plays a major role in attracting visitors to the region. The refreshing valley campground surrounded by nature and the outdoor platform serving Piagol cuisine are said to be perfect for a summer getaway. In addition, a variety of experiential programs such as janghak school, kimchi-making, gorosoe picking, and tea ceremony education are offered, along with accommodation facilities.As a result, sales rose from 300 million won in 2013 to 500 million won in 2016, and the number of visitors more than doubled to 20,000.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:20 AM
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There is no special secret. Fortunately, I think I met some wonderful owners and horse trainers. If there is a secret to my success, it seems to be that I met wonderful people who have helped me a lot around me. Our group uses an Irish source called 'Red Mill,' which I personally like. The teaching style is no different from that of other groups. But I’ll keep training them consistently. Other Korean squads take two weeks off or work in intervals, but our Demon King’s Guard starts training immediately after just 2 to 3 days.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:20 AM
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I actually started my career as a trainer when I debuted in Malaysia in 2010, but I have been connected with horses and living with them for quite a long time.Korean horse racing is showing a great deal of progress right now. Even compared to three years ago, the horses’ language, the trainers’ techniques, and the jockeys’ riding abilities have improved significantly. It can be said that the overall level of Korean horse racing has improved.What is especially encouraging is that excellent foreign stallions are being introduced. Recently, the Korea Racing Authority and racehorse producers have been importing high-quality stallions from the United States, which will also greatly contribute to the development of Korean horse racing.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:15 AM
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As a management consultant, CEO Ryu Geun-chang actively visits riding centers to promote the proper and constructive development of the equestrian industry. We hear from a professional management consultant in the horse industry who continues to work on the front lines even after retirement.I joined the Korea Racing Authority on January 1, 1986, and retired on December 31, 2011. I took early retirement at the time, but without any separate agreement with CEO Lee Geon-woo, my joining and leaving were the same. The Korea Racing Authority’s initial start was in the budget-related department. Then, when 'LetsRun Park Jeju' opened, I went to Jeju and worked there for about two years.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:09 AM
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I felt a sense of accomplishment in pushing forward with the opening of the Jeju Racecourse and the purchase of the Jangsu Ranch site, but the final Seongdong branch is truly disappointing. The Seongdong branch is a place of great significance, as it was once home to the Ttukseom Racecourse.Rather than an equestrian management consultant, I am a management consultant. My original major was in business, and in 2006 I was seconded to Seoul National University for training. At that time, thinking it might help after retirement, I obtained a management consultant certification. After actually leaving the company, I realized that the management consultant license was merely a title, and actually practicing it was not easy. So I decided to narrow my focus further and start with agricultural management.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 07:06 AM
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In 1992, he moved to Seoul and took charge of litigation and the introduction of a severance pay system. I also handled tasks related to personal subject matter transitions. In 2002, he served as the head of the dedicated team for promoting the 'Let's Run Farm longevity' initiative, handling land purchases and related tasks. After serving as head of the Planning and Budget Team, he moved to the branch office, and then joined as director of the Oyster Village Department in the final years of Kim Kwang-won’s presidency, serving for about 1 year and 10 months.It is not easy to finish everything perfectly without leaving any regrets. However, while I do well in other tasks and have no regrets, there is one thing that remains a drawback. It is regrettable that, as the last branch manager, I left without extending the Seongdong branch, which was located across from Ttukseom Racecourse.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 06:58 AM
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As a management consultant, CEO Ryu Geun-chang actively visits riding centers to promote the proper and constructive development of the equestrian industry. We hear from a professional management consultant in the horse industry who continues to work on the front lines even after retirement.I joined the Korea Racing Authority on January 1, 1986, and retired on December 31, 2011. I took early retirement at the time, but without any separate agreement with CEO Lee Geon-woo, my joining and leaving were the same. The Korea Racing Authority’s initial start was in the budget-related department. Then, when 'LetsRun Park Jeju' opened, I went to Jeju and worked there for about two years.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 06:56 AM
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By insisting on using only the highest-grade domestic ingredients and developing traditional processing methods, they have consecutively succeeded in producing various processed products such as 'odorless cheonggukjang' and 'Jirisan pickles.' In addition, by maintaining strict hygiene, the company has obtained HACCP certification for its sauces and pickled products—a rarity in the traditional fermented foods industry—and is establishing itself in the premium sauce market under the young brand 'Piagol Miseon.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 06:53 AM
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It seems that the Korea Racing Authority is doing a good job of strengthening competitiveness right now. For example, they are doing a good job of hosting international competitions like the 'Korea Cup' in Korea or sending Korea's top racehorses on tours to places such as Dubai and Singapore. If we increase contact with international horse racing in this way, there is a good chance it will work.First of all, I regret the recent horse trainer incident that occurred at LetsRun Park Busan-Gyeongnam. The working hours of speech therapists abroad are also very similar to those in Korea. However, since they receive a portion of the prize money, the treatment of Korean horse trainers is relatively good.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 06:52 AM
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I actually started my career as a trainer when I debuted in Malaysia in 2010, but I have been connected with horses and living with them for quite a long time.Korean horse racing is showing a great deal of progress right now. Even compared to three years ago, the horses’ language, the trainers’ techniques, and the jockeys’ riding abilities have improved significantly. It can be said that the overall level of Korean horse racing has improved.What is especially encouraging is that excellent foreign stallions are being introduced. Recently, the Korea Racing Authority and racehorse producers have been importing high-quality stallions from the United States, which will also greatly contribute to the development of Korean horse racing.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 06:47 AM
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Rep. Park Wan-joo said, “To advance the agricultural machinery rental business, improvement measures such as purchasing and utilizing machinery that reflect local farming needs and establishing differentiated rental periods by model must be put in place as soon as possible,” adding, “As a member of the Agriculture, Food, Rural Affairs, Oceans and Fisheries Committee, I will do my utmost to ensure that the discussions from today’s forum are reflected in actual policy.”We are conducting a series of interviews with members of the Masadong Alumni Association. The subject of this interview was recommended by Lee Geon-woo, CEO of the Public Labor Law Firm and auditor of the Masa Alumni Association, to Ryu Geun-chang, chairman of the Dream Support Center.
Thursday, October 22 2026 - 06:45 AM