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SARGA.CO – The development of Indonesia’s horse racing industry is accelerating and gaining more public attention. The sport is no longer only the domain of jockeys, breeders, and stable owners—researchers are now paying close attention as well.
Among them are experts from the Applied Zoology Research Center (PRZT) of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) and Hasanuddin University, who highlight the growing need for superior horse breeding to support sports, the economy, and the preservation of equestrian culture.
Syahruddin, a researcher at PRZT BRIN, outlined three strategic issues in the development of horses in Indonesia: science and technology, industrial opportunities, and cultural heritage—three pillars that must progress together.
BRIN is not merely theorizing; the agency has already projected three long-term targets for Indonesian racehorse development over the next 20 years (2024–2045). These include at least five nationally certified local horse breeds, and two internationally certified breeds.
BRIN has also set goals for establishing a national horse research and innovation center, along with a fully digital genetic and performance database.
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According to BRIN’s observations, modern Indonesian racehorses are typically the result of crossing three major groups: adaptive local horses, Thoroughbreds capable of reaching speeds of up to 71 km/h, and other elite bloodlines that strengthen performance.
Beyond species development, BRIN also highlights the enormous economic potential of Indonesia’s equine ecosystem. Mature local and Sumbawa horses are commonly priced at Rp38 million–Rp42 million each. Meanwhile, nationally accomplished racehorses can command prices of Rp500 million to Rp1 billion.
Globally, Syahruddin noted that top-tier horses have been sold for as high as US$70 million (around Rp1.2 trillion) per head.
Syahruddin also presented the diversity of Indonesia’s local horse germplasm, including Sumbawa, Sandelwood, Gayo, and Batak horses—each with unique ecological adaptations and regional traits.
Through research integrated with industry and cultural practices, BRIN is committed to elevating Indonesian racehorse development to become more competitive on the world stage, strengthening the nation’s position in equestrian diplomacy.
Beyond sport, Syahruddin views Indonesia’s horses as potential drivers of community-based economic growth and symbols of Nusantara heritage. Economically, horses play roles in traditional transportation, tourism, and job creation.
Culturally, horses remain vital in traditional rituals, local education, and the preservation of regional identity.
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