Park Beom-su, Vice Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, "Fresh Pear Growth is Normal... Production Expected to Exceed Last Year and Average"

Vice Minister Park Beom-su of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (right in the photo) visited a pear farming site located in Cheonan City, Chungcheongnam-do on the 12th to check the growth status and disaster response situation.

Park Beom-su, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, visited a pear cultivation farm located in Cheonan City, Chungcheongnam-do on the 12th to check the growth status and disaster response situation, and to listen to on-site difficulties and suggestions. Cheonan City is the second largest pear cultivation area in Korea, supplying about 10% of the total annual production.

At the site, Vice Minister Park said, "This year, pears have no cold damage and are growing well, resulting in an increase in the number of fruits set and bags (22.2% compared to last year), so production is expected to be higher than average." He urged, "Farmers should do their best in preventive maintenance such as drainage, windbreak nets, and support facilities, as well as pest and disease control through pesticide spraying. Local governments and the Nonghyup should pay special attention to thorough monitoring of areas at risk of damage, pre-inspection of disaster prevention facilities, and strengthening technical guidance for farmers."

The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs has been proactively managing risk factors at each growth stage through the 'Fruit Tree Growth Management Council' since January to stabilize the supply and demand of major fruits such as apples and pears. As the production of major fruits this year is expected to be at or above the average level, the ministry plans to manage thoroughly to prevent additional damage caused by weather disasters and pests, ensuring a stable supply of fresh fruits.

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