Damyang-gun Holds Graduation Ceremony for the 14th Damyang-gun Agricultural College to Train Professional Farmers

Producing 18 Agricultural Experts to Lead a Strong Farming Community That Increases Income

[Damyang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] On the 21st, Jeonnam Damyang-gun announced that it recently held the 14th Damyang-gun Farmers' University graduation ceremony attended by 18 graduates and others at the auditorium of the Agricultural Technology Center Women's Life Culture Center.

Marking its 14th year, the Farmers' University opened the Shine Muscat grape course in May this year, organizing a field-centered education program to resolve farming difficulties and integrate advanced scientific technologies for farmers in their first and second years of cultivation, with 25 farmers participating in the training.

Despite difficulties in conducting the academic program due to the impact of COVID-19, the 100-hour course was completed through in-person classes adhering to social distancing measures, visits to leading farms in the area, and real-time online education.

The graduation ceremony was also held in a simplified manner with only graduates attending due to the spread of COVID-19. A total of 18 trainees who diligently attended the education completed the course.

On the same day, Jeong Heejeong, the student leader of the Shine Muscat grape course, who made significant contributions through long-term participation in education and autonomous activities, was honored with the Rural Development Administration Commissioner Award.

Choi Hyungsik, the county governor, stated, “We will continue to provide customized education reflecting the opinions of farmers and do our best to foster professional farmers who will lead the future of agriculture in Damyang-gun.”

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