An agreement to clear the way for the importation of all breeds of U.S. horses, including high-quality Thoroughbreds, to China, was signed by United States Ambassador to China Terry Branstad and Minister Zhi Shuping of the People's Republic of China at a ceremony Monday in Beijing. Kentucky's Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles praised the resumption of live equine exports to China, where a rapidly expanding racing industry has emerged.
“Today's announcement is a game-changer for Kentucky's horse industry,” said Commissioner Quarles, who attended the signing ceremony. “This policy change is the result of work on the part of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture and will greatly benefit our economy and workers. Today's announcement is a victory for everyone in the Bluegrass State and all of Kentucky agriculture, from those who raise horses to the farmers who supply their feed.”
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