Hapcheon County Urges Thorough Preparations for Localized Downpours Ahead of Rainy Season

Minimizing Damage Through Preemptive Management
of Crops and Agricultural Facilities

Hapcheon County, South Gyeongsang Province, has urged thorough preparations in advance of the full-scale rainy season to minimize damage to crops and agricultural facilities caused by localized heavy rain and strong winds.

On the 19th, the county explained that, due to the recent increase in abnormal weather phenomena such as heavy downpours and gusty winds resulting from climate change, it has requested farmers to conduct thorough inspections and preparations, and provided management guidelines for each type of crop and facility.

Vinyl greenhouses in Hapcheon County robustly prepared for the rainy season.

First, in terms of crop management, farmers should prepare drainage channels around rice paddies and fields in advance, and in low-lying or poorly drained areas, dig deeper furrows to prevent flooding. For rice, embankments and drainage outlets should be checked, while for open-field vegetables such as peppers and tomatoes, rain shelters or covering materials should be used to reduce rainwater inflow.

Additionally, since the hot and humid weather following the rainy season can lead to a rapid increase in pests and diseases, preemptive control using registered pesticides should be carried out to prevent their spread. For crops vulnerable to lodging, such as peppers and corn, it is necessary to firmly secure stakes to protect against damage from strong winds.

Regarding agricultural facilities, vinyl greenhouses should have any torn or loose plastic repaired, and reinforcement of fixing straps and supports is necessary. Drainage channels around the greenhouses should be checked regularly, and safety inspections of electrical equipment should also be conducted. Agricultural machinery, fertilizers, and pesticides should be stored in warehouses located on higher ground to minimize the risk of flood damage.

The county urged farmers to frequently check weather forecasts and advisories from the Korea Meteorological Administration, and to refrain from outdoor work when a heavy rain advisory or higher is issued. In the event of damage, farmers were advised to immediately report to the local township office or the Hapcheon County Agricultural Technology Center to ensure prompt recovery support.

Meanwhile, an official from the Hapcheon County Agricultural Technology Center stated, "We will strengthen on-site technical guidance according to weather conditions and do our utmost to prevent damage and provide prompt recovery support."

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