Jeongeup City Accepting Applications for "Major Agricultural Products Price Stabilization Support Project"

Jeongeup City in North Jeolla Province is accepting applications for the "2026 Major Agricultural Products Price Stabilization Support Project" until the 19th, in an effort to supplement the income of onion and garlic farmers and create a stable management environment.

Exterior view of Jeongeup City Hall. Provided by Jeongeup City.

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According to the city on December 2, this project was launched to address the anxiety of farmers caused by sharp fluctuations in agricultural product prices. The two eligible crops for support are onions and garlic, with a focus on establishing a system to ensure stable farm management for agricultural producers.

To qualify, farms must cultivate between 1,000 and 10,000 square meters of either crop. The support mechanism is structured so that if the "market price" falls below the "reference price," the city will cover 90% of the difference. This aims to minimize the impact on farms in the event of a price collapse, allowing them to continue stable farming operations.

Farmers wishing to participate must first sign a shipment contract with their local agricultural cooperative or with Jeongeup Danpungmiin Cooperative Corporation, the integrated marketing organization. After completing the contract and application form, they must submit these documents in person to the community service center in the township, town, or neighborhood where their farmland is located to complete the application process.

A city official stated, "As this project provides practical support to onion and garlic farmers who are highly vulnerable to price volatility, we strongly encourage applications within the designated period," adding, "We will continue to closely monitor supply and demand trends for agricultural products and provide ongoing support to stabilize farm incomes."

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