European Horse Network Conference 2010

The main objective of the Conference is to state the economic importance of the Horse industry within the EU, together with the social opportunities that the industry creates and makes available to the society.

Target participants are members of parliament as well as other politicians and officials.

Date:  17 November, 14.00 h – 17.30 h

Place:  Brussels (exact place to be decided)

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Preliminary Program

• The Economic Impact of the Horse Industry in European Regions; how can the Horse Industry contribute to the economic and social development of the European Regions?

• Social benefits of horses – health and ecological benefits
  - The shift from working horses to leisure horses and social conflict from sport practices

- Horse industry: a real opportunity for rural development
- Challenges and benefits in Populated/non populated areas
- Small businesses and research opportunities in the horse industry

 

• Conclusions - Main benefits and opportunities

• Panel discussion - How to promote rural development and employment opportunities in the EU Regions through the horse sector?
  - Challenges to meet and risks to avoid in future regulation activities in order to promote the Horse Industry