"First Success in Youth Settlement" ... Chilgok's First 'Youth Fishing Village Settlement Support Project' Achieves 100 Million Won in Sales

A Shrimp Dream Blossoms in the Heart of the Inland
The First Achievement Born from Youthful Challenge and Administrative Support

Chilgok County in North Gyeongsang Province, located deep inland and far from the sea, has achieved its first success with the inaugural "Youth Fishing Village Settlement Support Project."

The couple Kim Yeonju (27) and Hong Seonghun (33), the main beneficiaries of Chilgok County's first "Youth Fishing Village Settlement Support Project" / Photo by Kim Ihwan

The main beneficiaries are Kim Yeonju (27) and Hong Seonghun (33), a young entrepreneurial couple who generated 100 million won in sales in their first year by farming whiteleg shrimp.

In August of last year, they established "Habin Fisheries" in Geumho-ri, Jicheon-myeon. They said, "Although we were certified aquatic veterinarians, we had to endure a difficult period at the beginning, as only investment costs increased and there was no income. What kept us going was Chilgok County’s 'Youth Fishing Village Settlement Support Fund.' The living allowance of 1.1 million won per month for one year became a lifeline. For young couples, there is often a gap between initial investment and actual income when starting a business, and this support fund was a great help in our daily lives."

Kim said, "This is a field that young people do not easily venture into, but I thought there was unique potential. We succeeded thanks to the full support of Chilgok County Office. Going forward, we want to promote Chilgok shrimp by expanding into the sixth industry, connecting eco-friendly aquaculture and ecological experience centers with education and tourism."

Chilgok County Governor Kim Jaeuk said, "This is a valuable achievement made by young people forging their own path. If we combine Chilgok’s advantages of proximity to major cities and transportation networks with administrative support, even more opportunities will open up. We will continue to support young people so that second and third generations of challengers can dream of their futures in Chilgok."

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