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South Korea Unveils Agricultural Plan to Boost Rural Economies

South Korea Unveils Agricultural Plan to Boost Rural Economies

Seoul, Friday, 15 August 2025.
The South Korean government commits 12 trillion won to fortify agriculture and fisheries, aiming to enhance K-Food exports, food security, and introduce basic income for rural growth.

Japanese High Schools Preserve War Memories Amid Modern Threats

Japanese High Schools Preserve War Memories Amid Modern Threats

Tokyo, Friday, 15 August 2025.
In marking 80 years since World War II, Japan’s agricultural high schools play a pivotal role in conveying wartime experiences to younger generations, emphasizing the significance in modern agricultural challenges.

South Korea Faces New Quarantine Challenges in US Trade Talks

South Korea Faces New Quarantine Challenges in US Trade Talks

Seoul, Friday, 15 August 2025.
South Korea’s recent trade negotiations with the US revealed concerns over quarantine procedures impacting rice and beef. Despite blocking tariffs, AI-driven quarantine solutions present new hurdles.

Dojima Exchange to Introduce Physical Delivery for Rice Futures

Dojima Exchange to Introduce Physical Delivery for Rice Futures

Osaka, Thursday, 14 August 2025.
The Dojima Exchange plans physical delivery for rice futures next spring to boost trading. The initiative aims to increase daily contracts and engage farmers and traders more effectively.

Gyeongbuk Convention Unites Over 20,000 Future Farmers

Gyeongbuk Convention Unites Over 20,000 Future Farmers

Bonghwa, Thursday, 14 August 2025.
The 18th Gyeongbuk Province Successor Farmer Management Convention focused on uniting future agricultural leaders, overcoming recent challenges like wildfires, and fostering innovation among 20,000 attendees.

Japan, China, and Korea Unite Against Livestock Diseases After Seven Years

Japan, China, and Korea Unite Against Livestock Diseases After Seven Years

Incheon, Wednesday, 13 August 2025.
Agriculture ministers from Japan, China, and Korea convened in Incheon to renew cooperation against livestock diseases. This marks a return to collaboration after a seven-year hiatus, focusing on tech-driven disease management.

South Korea Promotes Agri-Food Startup Innovation

South Korea Promotes Agri-Food Startup Innovation

Seoul, Wednesday, 13 August 2025.
South Korea’s government focuses on sustainability by initiating programs for startups to harness public data and innovate carbon management, highlighting its dedication to the agricultural sector.

Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit 2025: Building Resilient Food Systems in Singapore

Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit 2025: Building Resilient Food Systems in Singapore

Singapore, Tuesday, 12 August 2025.
The summit will focus on enhancing resilience and food security across Asia-Pacific with discussions on sustainability and rejecting environmental degradation. Industry leaders will explore investment opportunities.

IoT Drives Sustainable Agriculture Advances in South Korea

IoT Drives Sustainable Agriculture Advances in South Korea

Seoul, Monday, 11 August 2025.
South Korea’s agriculture sector sees a shift towards sustainability with IoT technologies like ATLAS and DEMETER enhancing water efficiency and addressing environmental challenges, boosting smart farming trends.

APEC Focuses on Agricultural Innovation to Tackle Food Security

APEC Focuses on Agricultural Innovation to Tackle Food Security

Incheon, Sunday, 10 August 2025.
At the 2025 APEC Food Security Ministerial Meeting in Incheon, ministers from 21 nations highlighted the role of agricultural innovation in enhancing food security amidst climate challenges and rural disparities.