Yeosu City Launches 'Free Supply' of Useful Microorganisms to Farmers and Citizens

73 Tons Supplied Last Year... Expectations for Expanding Low-Cost Eco-Friendly Agriculture and Improving Citizens' Living Environment

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Heo Seon-sik] Yeosu City announced on the 18th that it will provide beneficial microorganisms free of charge to reduce production costs for farmers and improve the living environment for citizens.

Since 2019, Yeosu City has been supplying beneficial microorganisms free of charge year-round not only to farmers but also to all Yeosu citizens who wish to use them, receiving great responses.

Last year, 73 tons of beneficial microorganism (EM) culture solution were supplied to eco-friendly practicing farmers and livestock farms, greatly contributing to the removal of livestock odors and the production of eco-friendly agricultural products.

Beneficial microorganisms are complex microorganisms artificially cultured from many microorganisms naturally present in the environment that are beneficial.

The microorganisms supplied by Yeosu City include four types: photosynthetic bacteria that reduce various odors and harmful gases, Bacillus subtilis with excellent organic matter decomposition ability and suppression of harmful bacteria, lactic acid bacteria that promote root growth, and yeast that improves soil quality and secretes growth substances.

Citizens who need beneficial microorganisms can visit the Agricultural Technology Center’s Beneficial Microorganism Cultivation Room with their ID card to apply. However, supply will be restricted if used for commercial purposes or if the microorganisms supplied are neglected or not used for public benefit.

A city official said, “The use of beneficial microorganisms is expected to reduce agricultural production costs and improve the living environment for citizens,” adding, “We plan to increase production by additionally introducing and supplementing beneficial microorganism production equipment this year in response to the increasing demand.”

For more details, please contact the Future Agriculture Division of the Agricultural Technology Center.

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