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EUnetHorse stands for European Network for knowledge exchange and peer-to-peer learning between actors and stakeholders of the equine sector to improve the resilience of equine farms. It is Europe’s first agricultural research project dedicated to equine animals, and it is funded by Horizon Europe.
This innovative initiative seeks to bring significant advancements to the equine sector, fostering structural changes and implementing innovative work practices. Through specialized boards, extensive farmer consultations, and comprehensive cross-country analysis, EUnetHorse is set to redefine the future of equine practices.
Funded by the European Union, the EUnetHorse project is scheduled to span four years, running from 2023 to 2027. Comprising 15 partners hailing from nine countries—France, Belgium, Finland, Germany, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Romania, and Switzerland—the project is a collaborative effort among universities and research centers across Europe. Its primary focus lies in engaging equine farmers, advisors, and trainers.
The project’s overarching goal is to facilitate connections among various sectors such as sports/leisure, racing, agriculture, and food production. This involves operating across geographical levels—regional, national, and European—as well as engaging different categories of stakeholders to instigate transformative changes in practices.