Hampyeong-gun Holds Launch Ceremony for 'Food Council' to Supply Fresh Food

From Production to Consumption... Drawing the Blueprint of the Distribution System

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Hampyeong-gun, Jeollanam-do, is drawing attention as it embarks on establishing the ‘Hampyeong-type Food Circulation System’ to promote sustainable agricultural and rural development.

On the 26th, according to the county, a ‘Food Council Launch Ceremony’ was held in the morning at the county office’s small conference room, attended by about 20 people including County Governor Lee Sang-ik and private committee members, to establish a comprehensive food plan.

The ‘Comprehensive Food Plan’ aims to link all stages of food production, processing, distribution, and consumption into a single virtuous cycle system to supply safe and fresh food to residents.

Moreover, it is a comprehensive plan covering the entire local food system, from planning and producing eco-friendly food considering the environment to food welfare for vulnerable groups.

The ‘Hampyeong Food Council’ consists of a total of 19 members: 9 private committee members from production, processing, and consumption sectors, and 10 members from institutions, organizations, and administrative committees.

Starting with the launch ceremony, the committee members will perform practical roles in establishing the Hampyeong-type comprehensive food plan until the official launch of the Hampyeong Food Committee.

Governor Lee Sang-ik said, “The Hampyeong comprehensive food plan for future generations will play a significant role not only in promoting residents’ health but also in increasing farmers’ income,” adding, “The public and private sectors will actively cooperate to establish a food plan that fits the characteristics of our region.”

Meanwhile, Hampyeong-gun secured 100 million KRW in project funds last year through the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs’ regional food plan establishment contest, and is currently conducting research services to establish the comprehensive food plan.

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