Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs in South Korea: “All-in-one response to all agricultural institutions”

Published Aug 9, 2022

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Heavy rainfall in South Korea has caused damage to crops and led to landslides, with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs taking steps to minimize the damage. The Korea Meteorological Administration predicts further heavy rain and strong winds. Minister Jeong Hwang-geun has called for emergency preparations, including inspections to prevent damage to agriculture and human life, and urgently requested all agencies under the Ministry to support in the emergency response. Additionally, the Minister stressed the need for accurate identification of damage and rapid emergency recovery to stabilize farmhouse management and ensure stability in the supply and demand of agricultural products.

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The government is making every effort to minimize the damage to the agricultural sector caused by the torrential rain. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, 100-440 mm of heavy rain fell in the metropolitan area, Yeongseo, Gangwon, and Chungcheong since the 8th due to the stagnant front. As of 3 pm on the 9th, in the agricultural sector, 5 hectares of crops were damaged, such as being submerged in water. 1 hectare of rice in Cheorwon, Gangwon, and 4 hectares of cucumbers in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province were flooded. Landslides also occurred. A landslide occurred near Gachon University in Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, but no casualties were reported. The Korea Meteorological Administration predicted that heavy rain accompanied by strong winds will fall by up to 300 mm for the time being, mainly in the central region, Jeollabuk-do, and Gyeongbuk regions. In response, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Jeong Hwang-geun held an ...

Source: Nongmin