The Australian Horse Industry Council (AHIC) represents the interests of horse people and the health and welfare of horses in the Australian horse industry.

The AHIC is made up of a collection of breed societies, performance and competition associations, and service providers. It is the peak body for the non-racing horse industry and community.

It brings together the recreational and professional sectors with a common goal to improve awareness of the horse industry with both Government and wider community.

The AHIC exists through the voluntary services of elected Directors and the expertise of individuals contributing to sub-committees. Financial support for AHIC activities is derived from membership subscriptions from associations and individuals.

Size and Scope of the Australian Horse Industry Survey

The AHIC have just commissioned research company IER to undertake the most comprehensive, independent analysis of the Australian Horse Industry and we need your help.

Up to now, the true scale and impact of the Australian Horse Industry has not been accurately quantified.

This report will be an impactful representation of the estimated economic value created by the equine sector and will be used by the AHIC and other parties to support meaningful discussions with Governments and partners on the scale and importance of the industry.

Going beyond the economics, the report will put a spotlight the social benefits of the horse sector, including community cohesion, establishment of social networks, volunteerism and family socialisation.

To underpin the analysis, IER and the AHIC are currently conducting a nationwide survey of horse owners and riders to understand the economics involved in horse ownership as well as the social and community benefits associated with their participation in the industry.

The survey will be open to all horse owners and riders until the 24th November, and those who complete the survey and enter the prize draw has the opportunity to win one of five $500 gift cards.

COMPLETE THE SURVEY HERE !!

Areas of recent activity and policy work.

• Biosecurity threats and response inc. Japanese Encephalitis Virus, Foot and Mouth Disease, African Horse Sickness

• National Horse Traceability including the AHIC horse census.

• Large Animal Rescue Training

• Improving safety around all equestrian activities

• Government and industry engagement through regular IAC meetings

• Industry education seminar inc. technology futures, and disease management