Baek Younghyun, Mayor of Pocheon: "I Hope Women Farmers Will Help Invigorate Agriculture and Rural Communities"

13th National Korean Women Farmers Convention Kicks Off in Pocheon
Empowering Women Farmers:
From the Roots of Tradition to the Center of the Future
Strengthening Capabilities and Expanding Rights
for Women in Agriculture
A Gathering of 10,000 Women Farmers
and a Vision for Sustainable Rural Development

Pocheon City in Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Baek Younghyun) held the opening ceremony of the 13th National Korean Women Farmers Convention on September 4 at the Hantangang UNESCO Global Geopark area in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, officially kicking off the event's schedule.

Baek Younghyun, mayor of Pocheon, attended the opening ceremony of the 13th National Korean Women Farmers Convention on the 4th at the Hantangang UNESCO Global Geopark area in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, delivering a welcoming speech. Provided by Pocheon City

This convention, hosted by the Korean Women Farmers Central Association (President Kim Hyangsuk) and organized by the Gyeonggi Provincial Association (President Lee Kyungok) and the Pocheon City Association (President Lee Kyujeon), is being held under the theme "Korean Women Farmers! From the Roots of Tradition to the Center of the Future!" over two days, from September 4 to 5.

The event was attended by Song Mireung, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Baek Younghyun, Mayor of Pocheon, major institution and organization leaders, and about 10,000 women farmers from across the country.

During the opening ceremony, commendations were presented to women farmers who contributed to the development of agriculture and rural communities. This was followed by performances and a talent show, creating an atmosphere of unity. Additionally, special lectures and academic conferences were held to strengthen the capabilities of women farmers and share a vision for the future of agriculture.

Throughout the convention, a variety of programs are being offered, including exhibitions of outstanding local agricultural products from provinces, metropolitan cities, and special cities nationwide, hands-on experiences for women farmers, safety education, and donation events.

Song Mireung, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, stated, "Women farmers are key drivers of sustainable development in agriculture and rural communities," adding, "The government will actively support the enhancement of their rights and the expansion of their activity base."

Baek Younghyun, Mayor of Pocheon, said, "It is very meaningful to welcome women farmers from all over the country to Pocheon," expressing hope that "this convention will boost the pride of women farmers and invigorate agriculture and rural communities."

Pocheon City expects that through this convention, the capabilities and rights of women farmers will be enhanced, the foundation for agricultural and rural cooperation will be expanded, and the city will emerge as a hub for regional cultural exchange.

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