Tarsus Hope Exhibition Co., Ltd, the organiser of China Horse Fair, has announced that the dates for the next edition will be 17-19 September 2021. Taking place in Beijing, a major equine industry hub, this will be the 14th edition of China`s longest running specialist trade event for the professional horse sports and leisure sector. In a repeat of the successful format launched in 2018, China Horse Fair 2021 (CHF 2021) will be staged at the Equuleus International Riding Club and will be held in conjunction with the annual Equuleus Open Equestrian Competition, which attracts competitors and spectators from across China.
Announcing an exciting new development for the Show, Tarsus Hope Exhibition Co., Ltd has confirmed that CHF 2021 will welcome the support of the Youth Committee of China Horse Industry Association (CHIA). This is significant given that it is estimated that young riders (below the age of 18) make up nearly 80% of the country`s equestrian club membership.
Reflecting the goals and aspirations of central government as outlined in the recently published ‘National Equine Industry Development Plan (2020-2025)’, the role of the Youth Committee will be to oversee the improvement of national standards through a more professional education system i.e. for young workers and riders. Measures to be implemented will include more rigorous health and welfare certification of sport horses ridden by young riders, greater promotion and support of all forms of domestic equine competitions and the adoption of internationally recognised standards across all aspects of the sector.
Commenting on the importance of this additional support for CHF 2021, Sonia Ou Yang, Marketing Director for the Show said, “The increasing number of young riders is driving growth across the whole industry and this creates a strong foundation for future investment and development. Having the Youth Committee of China Horse Industry Association on-board will ensure CHF can support the future needs of this rapidly growing section of the equine community.”
The National Equine Industry Development Plan (2020-2025) recognises the future economic and cultural importance of the horse industry and sets out a framework to develop, integrate and implement international standards e.g. training, nutrition and healthcare, breeding etc. The Plan identifies the following key tasks
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Establish a modern breeding system
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Improve the equestrian sport system
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Promote the integrated development of primary, secondary and tertiary industries
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Strengthen scientific and technological talent support
Commenting on what this means to global suppliers looking at the Chinese market, Andrew Furness, international consultant to CHF 2021 commented, “The next five years promise to be very exciting for international suppliers with the introduction of a more structured and professionally managed sector supported by government initiatives. Achieving international standards will mean greater exchange with the global equine community and Chinese investment in the latest products and services from around the world.”
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