The International Federation of Horse Racing Authorities (IFHA) held its Global Equine Safety and Technology Summit at Woodbine Racecourse in Toronto, Canada. This three-day event brought together around 90 scientists, clinicians, veterinarians and racing regulators from 13 different countries. IFHA Executive Council member Jim Lawson expressed the organization’s commitment to improving the safety and welfare of horses through scientific research and technology.
During the summit, leading scientists, veterinarians and regulators participated in workshops focusing on critical issues such as fracture prevention and exercise-related sudden death (EASD). The results of the summit will be carefully analyzed by the IFHA Executive Council with the aim of developing recommendations to the membership on how to address these risks in the future.
The summit was seen as a major achievement for the Federation in its ongoing efforts to protect equestrian athletes. It emphasized the importance of research and technology in ensuring their welfare in the racing industry. The discussions and progress made during this Summit will play a key role in shaping future practices and protocols to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
Overall, this landmark event brought together experts from around the world to address key issues facing the racing industry. By promoting cooperation and knowledge exchange, it contributed significantly to improving standards of horse care within this community.