Stable rice prices, a deserved reward for farmers

[Korean Farmers' Newspaper] Starting with the Gyeonggi region, the purchase prices for 2025 rice are being announced. In the Gyeonggi region, which acts as the steering wheel for the national rice prices, it is reported that the price has increased by approximately 3,000 to 4,000 won per 40kg bag compared to last year. In Icheon City, the price of Alchanmi rice increased by 3,000 won to 83,000 won, while Haedeul increased by 1,000 won to 85,000 won. Additionally, in Gimpo City, Chuchung is priced at 73,360 won, in Pyeongtaek City, Gyumaji is priced at 78,000 won, and in Paju City, Chamduri is priced at 67,000 won (including a city subsidy of 2,000 won, totaling 69,000 won). Although the rice price has increased compared to last year, it is necessary to examine whether it is at an appropriate level. This year, the operating conditions of the Agricultural and Fishery Marketing Corporation (RPC) have shown a very smooth trend. As the seasonal fluctuation in rice prices has steadily ...