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Opportune Time for Farms as Temperatures Rise

TONGYEONG, May 16 (Korea Bizwire) — The farms in Korea’s southern Tongyeong region have become highly profitable by growing subtropical crops. This is due, in part, to the current temperatures that are 4.5 degrees above the norm for this season. The city government of Tongyeong revealed yesterday that local farms were able to harvest high [...]

Carrot, Grape and Blueberry Farmers Eligible for Subsidies after FTA Losses

SEOUL, April 18 (Korea Bizwire) – The economic impact on certain farmers of locally raised fresh fruits has proven to be relatively high compared to others, based on price declines following the South Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement. Carrots, grapes and blueberries have been designated for support from government subsidies, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, [...]