Gwangyang City Holds 'Flower Buying Event'

Event Held Every Wednesday in March for City Officials

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Due to the spread of COVID-19, major events such as graduation and entrance ceremonies have been canceled or scaled down, leading to a severe decline in flower consumption and causing significant difficulties for flower farmers.

On the 12th, Gwangyang City in Jeonnam announced that it will hold a 'Buy Flowers Campaign' throughout March to promote local flower consumption among city officials.

The city organized the 'Buy Flowers Campaign' to help revitalize the stagnant economy and support flower farmers facing hardships.

Accordingly, flowers cultivated locally, such as Alstroemeria and baby's breath, will be supplied every Wednesday during March on Family Day at the end of the workday, based on applications from public officials.

In addition, on the 6th, 860 stalks of Alstroemeria were pilot-exported to Japan, and considering the demand and prices in the Japanese market, the export volume will gradually be expanded.

Kim Jaebok, Head of the Plum Horticulture Division, said, "We hope this Buy Flowers Campaign will help revitalize the weakened flower consumption market even a little," and added, "As many citizens are facing difficulties due to the spread of COVID-19, we hope everyone cooperates to overcome this situation well."

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