The Hwasun County Council in South Jeolla Province, chaired by Oh Hyungyeol, announced on May 15 that it had carried out a 'Spring Rural Volunteer Activity' to assist local farms struggling with labor shortages during the busy farming season.
This volunteer activity was organized to express empathy for the difficulties faced in rural areas and to provide support, as labor supply is becoming increasingly challenging due to population aging and the decline in the rural population.
On this day, about 20 people, including Chairperson Oh Hyungyeol, council members, and staff from the council’s administrative office, visited a peony farm in Iyang-myeon and helped with the removal of flower buds, working up a sweat.
The farmer who received the help said, "It is a busy season, and I was anxious because there was no one to help. Having the council visit in person was a great comfort," expressing gratitude.
Chairperson Oh Hyungyeol stated, "By experiencing the difficulties on site, I once again realized the need for more policy support," and added, "The council will actively promote legislative activities to support local farms."
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