Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs

Gyeongsangbuk-do regional economic development initiatives

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Gyeongsangbuk-do secures 4.5 billion won for fruit production complexes

Gyeongsangbuk-do province has introduced several strategies to bolster its regional economy through forestry and agriculture. Initially, officials announced plans to promote forest-based 6th industry investments. This st

South Korean agricultural budget and water quality issues

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: South Korean agriculture budget share declines despite total increase

Reports indicate challenges regarding water quality management and budget allocation within South Korea’s agricultural sector. Data from the Korea Rural Community Corporation shows that despite an investment of approxima

Avian influenza outbreak in South Korea

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: South Korea detects H5 avian influenza at Yeoncheon poultry farm

Highly pathogenic H5 type avian influenza was first detected in wild bird feces at Suncheonman Bay in South Jeolla Province. In response, the South Korean government raised the national crisis alert level from ‘Caution’

Food Week Korea 2026 exhibition

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Food Week Korea 2026 opens at COEX in Seoul

The 21st Seoul International Food Industry Exhibition, titled Food Week Korea 2026, was scheduled to take place from November 4 to 7 at the COEX convention center in Seoul. Co-hosted by COEX and the Ministry of Agricultu

Fiscal strain and resident activism in rural basic income

11 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: South Korean provinces limit support for rural basic income pilot programs

South Korea is expanding local and provincial basic income pilot programs to stabilize resident income and combat regional population decline. While initial pilots in areas like Gurye and Boseong provide 150,000 to 200,0

South Korea Kimjang season price stabilization

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: South Korea to invest 64 billion won to stabilize Kimjang ingredient prices

As the traditional Kimjang kimchi-making season approaches, efforts to manage rising ingredient costs have emerged from both the private and public sectors. Daesang launched a promotion through its Jungone e-Shop, offer

Andong industrial development initiatives

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Gyeongsangbuk-do to establish food convergence cluster in Andong

Andong is undergoing several industrial expansion projects aimed at diversifying its regional economy. In October 2026, Gyeongsangbuk-do province and Andong city entered an agreement to establish a hemp-based pharmaceuti

South Korea: President Lee faces approval fluctuations

262 clusters · 137 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: South Korea: Special Counsel Bill and Judicial Conflict Intensify

President Lee Jae-myung’s administration continues to navigate a volatile approval crisis. Recent polling shows significant fluctuations in public sentiment. A Gallup Korea survey reported Lee’s approval fell to 39 perce

South Korean regional economic and agricultural developments

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Regional economies in South Korea show mixed third-quarter results

South Korean regional efforts have focused on agricultural stability, technological commercialization, and local economic growth. In Gyeongbuk, Kyungpook National University initiated a 150 million won project to commerc

South Korean regional economic and tourism promotion

11 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: South Korea launches Korea Grand Festival to boost domestic consumption

South Korea continues to implement initiatives to promote regional economic activity and tourism through festivals, sports events, and financial incentives. Recent events include the ‘Gokseong Employment and Startup Fest

South Korean Hanwoo cattle competitions

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Gangwon and Gyeonggi provinces compete in 2026 National Hanwoo Competition

In October 2026, regional and national Hanwoo cattle competitions were held in South Korea to evaluate livestock quality and breeding excellence. The Gyeongsangnam-do Hanwoo Competition concluded with Seok Byeong-woo be

South Korean food safety and infectious disease monitoring

14 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: South Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety conducts hygiene inspections

South Korean authorities have intensified food safety, hygiene, and origin inspections targeting various sectors of the food industry. Initially, local authorities in regions such as Gwangju and Seoul focused on school-a

Farmland ownership and management in Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Daegu resident discovers 57,000-pyeong ancestral land via administrative service

Data indicates that non-resident ownership of farmland in the Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk-do regions has exceeded 25%. In Gyeongsangbuk-do, 26.6% of the 324,500 hectares is held by outsiders, while Daegu reports a non-reside

South Korean President Lee cabinet meeting controversies

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: President Lee addresses various domestic policy and political controversies

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has faced political scrutiny regarding the format and composition of cabinet meetings. Initially, controversy arose over the practice of live-streaming portions of these sessions. Whi

South Korean animal protection legislative updates

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: South Korea amends Animal Protection Act to ban abusers from owning pets

South Korea has implemented new measures to enhance animal welfare and regulation. The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs launched a voluntary pet registration period from September through October 31, 2026,

South Korea faces conflicting impacts over CPTPP accession

6 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: President Lee addresses CPTPP and farmland survey concerns

South Korean fisheries and agricultural organizations have formed the ‘Emergency Committee to Prevent CPTPP Access’ to oppose the nation’s potential entry into the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacifi

South Korea dog meat industry transition

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: South Korea dog meat farms close ahead of 2027 ban

South Korea is experiencing a rapid contraction of its dog meat industry as the country prepares for a nationwide ban on the breeding, slaughter, distribution, and sale of dogs for human consumption, effective February 7

NS Food Festa 2026 in Iksan

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: NS Food Festa 2026 opens in Iksan

In late September 2026, NS Home Shopping and Iksan City announced the upcoming ‘NS Food Festa 2026 Iksan’. The event was designed to support local food companies and young entrepreneurs through exhibitions, sales, and bu

South Korean agricultural economic and financial challenges

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: South Korean agricultural cooperatives face real estate loan risks

South Korea’s agricultural sector is experiencing multifaceted economic and operational challenges. Initial reports highlighted rising safety concerns due to a surge in agricultural drone usage, which saw insurance payou

South Korean regional agricultural initiatives

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: South Korean regions implement rice production adjustments

South Korean regional governments are implementing various initiatives to modernize agricultural infrastructure and manage crop supplies. In Gyeongsangnam-do and Boeun-gun, authorities are focusing on low-carbon smart a

South Korean farmland investigation and reform

6 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: South Korean Agriculture Minister updates farmland investigation timeline

The South Korean government has initiated a nationwide investigation into farmland, identifying approximately 2.84 million parcels—roughly 300,000 hectares—as suspected of violating the Farmland Act. Agriculture Minister

South Korean agricultural waste management

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: South Korean counties launch agricultural waste management initiatives

South Korea is addressing a significant surge in agricultural waste, including approximately 895,513 tons of waste plastic film and over 235 million pesticide containers generated between 2022 and 2024. High concentratio