South Korea’s Rural Development Administration urges strict prevention of spring crop diseases in barley and wheat.
Unusual high temperatures and frequent rainfall have increased the risk and frequency of Fusarium head blight and other diseases.
Disease activity is expected to intensify from April to May, requiring timely interventions.
The Rural Development Administration is expanding the ‘Nanchukmatdon’ black pig breed based on Jeju’s native genetics.
This policy connects production, distribution, and consumption, improving quality and market competitiveness.
As of 2025, the breed is raised at 14 farms nationwide, with ongoing plans for further expansion and quality control.
South Korea’s Rural Development Administration provided agricultural training to Hanbit Unit members deploying to South Sudan.
This initiative aims to boost food production and economic self-reliance for local communities near Bor City.
Training sessions were held from February 26 to March 6, 2024, with ongoing support planned.
Korea’s Rural Development Administration is expanding commercialization of Wonki 2 pepper leaves with high blood sugar suppression effects.
This initiative aims to provide new dietary options for diabetes management and revitalize the declining pepper industry.
Wonki 2 is now registered, patented, and its technology transferred to eight companies, with diverse products available.
The Rural Development Administration has developed a biodegradable resin coating technology for slow-release fertilizers.
This innovation addresses environmental concerns by minimizing residual plastic in agricultural soils.
Commercial production began in March 2024, with ongoing field trials and plans for broader implementation by 2028.
The Rural Development Administration has published new resources on agricultural safety and healing agriculture.
These include comprehensive statistics, program guides, and manuals to support Korean farmers and related agencies.
The materials are available in 2024 and distributed to relevant stakeholders and online platforms.