South Korea’s Central Accident Response Headquarters is implementing emergency measures to control African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreaks.
ASF genes were detected in pig feed, marking the first such case in the country and prompting nationwide inspections and regulatory actions.
As of February 20, 2024, authorities are conducting farm-wide inspections and enforcing feed safety protocols.
South Korea is conducting a nationwide inspection to improve safety around elementary schools.
The initiative targets five key risk areas and involves 725 agencies in a joint effort.
The inspection runs from February 23 to March 27, 2025, with ongoing follow-up actions.
South Korea has implemented emergency measures to control recent outbreaks of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) and African Swine Fever (ASF).
The government expanded movement restrictions, intensified vaccination, and increased farm inspections to prevent further spread.
These actions began in February 2024 following confirmed cases in Goyang and Cheorwon, with ongoing nationwide enforcement.
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety is conducting joint inspections of meat processors supplying school meals.
The number of inspected meat processors has doubled, reflecting increased demand and safety concerns.
Inspections are scheduled from February 23 to March 6, 2024.
Korea has launched the Super Innovation Economy Task Force to drive 15 leading projects.
This initiative aims to enhance economic growth through advanced industries and public-private cooperation.
The task force was reorganized and began operations in June 2024.
The Korea Fair Trade Commission has initiated a review of alleged wheat flour price collusion by seven major companies.
This investigation covers repeated price and volume agreements impacting 88% of the B2B wheat flour market.
The review process began in February 2026, with final decisions pending after defense procedures.