Damyang-gun Supports 'Agricultural Byproduct Crushing Operations' Until Next Month

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yukbong] Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do (Governor Choi Hyung-sik) announced on the 12th that it will designate a day for the collective shredding of agricultural byproducts and support the shredding of agricultural byproducts to prevent illegal burning of farming residues until next month.

The county explained that burning agricultural byproducts generated after farming activities, such as chili pepper stalks, perilla stalks, and fruit tree pruning branches, causes fine dust and forest fire risks. However, since these materials are resources that can increase soil organic matter content, they plan to support their use as compost by shredding them finely and using them during soil tillage.

A "Collective Shredding Day" will be designated for each village, and branch shredders will be rented free of charge at the agricultural machinery rental center.

The rental period is until next month, and the rental period per village is one day.

Village representatives who wish to rent branch shredders can set their desired usage date and inquire with the Agricultural Technology Center's Agricultural Machinery Support Team.

Lee Byung-chang, director of the Agricultural Technology Center, said, "To reduce fine dust and prevent forest fires caused by the agricultural and rural sectors, we urge restraint from open burning and encourage composting of agricultural byproducts. We will strive to preserve the agricultural environment and improve the quality of life for farmers."

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