Sunchang County Holds 'Farming Experience School Program'

25 Prospective Rural Settlers Participate
Visits Include Rental Farms and Gangcheon Mountain

Sunchang County in Jeonbuk Province conducted a farming experience school program from the 25th to the 28th of last month, a 3-night, 4-day schedule, targeting prospective farmers and rural settlers from outside the area preparing to return to farming and rural life.

Sunchang County, Jeonbuk Province, conducted a farming experience school program from the 25th to the 28th of last month, a 3-night, 4-day schedule, targeting prospective farmers and rural migrants from outside the region preparing for farming and rural resettlement. Provided by Sunchang County

According to the county on December 1, a total of 25 prospective farmers and rural settlers from across the country, including Seoul, Gyeonggi, and Busan, participated in this program.

The program included visits and hands-on experiences at key facilities, farms, and tourist attractions in Sunchang County, such as the Fermentation Microorganism Promotion Institute, Agricultural Technology Center, Management Practice Rental Farm, and Gangcheon Mountain. Through these activities, participants gained a broad understanding of the region’s agricultural, cultural, and tourism resources.

The curriculum consisted of an introduction to Sunchang County’s policies for returning to farming and rural life, education on conflict management for new rural settlers, understanding soil and basic farming methods, special lectures from experienced returnees, and a tour of the management practice rental farm. This systematic approach enabled participants to acquire comprehensive information necessary for settling in the area.

One participant stated, “This program was a meaningful opportunity to learn firsthand about farming and rural life. Although the period was short, it allowed me to experience Sunchang’s natural environment, living conditions, and unique charm, making me seriously consider settling here.”

A county official said, “We hope that this farming experience school provided prospective farmers and rural settlers with a valuable opportunity to experience Sunchang directly and prepare for settlement. We will continue to support their successful settlement through effective education and support policies.”

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