Gangjin-gun was selected adn awarded as the best county in the 2024 Animal Quarantine and Hygiene Policy Evaluation. Gangjin-gun was selected as the best county and received an award in the 2024 animal quarantine hygiene policy comprehensive evaluation hosted by Jeonnam Province.
Jeonnam Province has reported foot-and-mouth disease and lumpy skin disease in 22 cities and counties within the province over the past year. The evaluation was conducted focusing on 18 items in a total of 4 areas, including the promotion of quarantine measures for livestock diseases such as African swine fever and avian influenza, and livestock product hygiene management.
In this evaluation, Gangjin-gun received high evaluations in the areas of quarantine policy and quarantine response, such as the reduction rate of major livestock infectious diseases (3 types) in artiodactyls and the installation and operation of base disinfection facilities and control posts.
In the field of quarantine policy, excellent results were achieved through the non-occurence of three major livestock infectious diseases in artiodactyls, including bovine tuberculosis, and the rapid implementation of support projects to strengthen disease management for Korean cattle farms.
In the field of quarantine response, we actively promoted quarantine measures against African swine fever, such as installing strengthened quarantine facilities at pig farms, and established a system to block and quarantine livestock diseases at all times, such as installing and operating building-type disinfection facilities and conducting avian influenza virtual quarantine training (CPX).
Gangjin-gun has contributed greatly to protecting the property of livestock farmers and producing healthy livestock products by establishing a thorough quarantine system over the past three years, with not a single case of AI.
Gangjin County Mayor Kang Jin-won said, “Winning the livestock quarantine award for two consecutive years is the result of the efforts of not only related public officials, but also related organizations, livestock organizations, and livestock farms for biosecurity.” He added,“We will continue to conduct thorough quarantine management and quarantine to protect livestock farms from livestock infectious diseases.” “We will strive to maintain a clean Gangjin-gun free of livestock diseases by strengthening biosecurity,” he said.
meanwhile, Gangjin-gun announced on the 28th that it will run an intensive promotion period for basic living allowance for one month from December 1st to the 31st of the same month.
To achieve this, the county will post pop-ups on the county office website and post banners at 14 major locations within the county. Produce posters and banners and distribute them to town and village offices. We plan to eliminate welfare blind spots by intensively discovering and operating livelihood benefit recipients by visiting 11 town and township welfare centers for promotional tours.
On the 26th, training was held in the Gangjin County Office conference room for town and township officials to prepare for the intensive request period, including major changes in 2025 and instructions for applying for social security benefits.
For employees whose jobs changed due to new appointments or personnel appointments, case-based job training was provided from application for social security benefits to progress procedures, which received a positive response.
The military will strengthen support for low-income households in accordance with the increase in median income as of 2025. The standard median income is the median of national household income and is used as a standard for selecting the government’s 74 welfare projects, and the number of households eligible to receive benefits is expanded based on this.
The standard for selecting living benefits in 2025 was increased by 7.34% from 713,102 won to 765,444 won for a single-person household. For a four-person household, the price will rise by 6.42% from 1,833,572 won in 2024 to 1,951,287 won in 2025. Through this, more residents benefit.
In addition, from 2025, the general property conversion rate (4.17%) will be applied to cars with a capacity of less then 2,000 cc and less than 5 million won, so that only a portion of the vehicle price needs to be calculated as income.Through this, we plan to minimize cases of elimination due to excessive automobile property standards and further expand the scope of supply and demand.
The standards for those obligated to support livelihood benefits are also relaxed. Existing annual income exceeds 130 million won or general assets exceed 1.2 billion won. In order to encourage the economic activities of the elderly, the earned income deduction target was expanded to those aged 65 or older, and additional deductions (200,000 won + 30%) were also made available to more households from 2025.
As of November, the number of recipients of basic livelihood benefits in Gangjin-gun is 1,901 people from 1,502 households, and 152 more people, an 8% increase, will be identified and supported with livelihood benefits.
Kang Jin-won, the governor of Gangjin County, said, “We will do our best to identify low-income and vulnerable groups so that residents in challenging situations can quickly receive welfare benefits,” and added, “We will do our best to provide better welfare services.”
Economy Queen Choi Hana reporter photo Gangjin-gun
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What strategies did Gangjin-gun implement to achieve success in animal quarantine measures?
Interview between Time.news Editor and Animal Health Expert on gangjin-gun’s Quarantine Success
Editor: Welcome to our special segment on animal health policy! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Min-hee Choi, an expert in veterinary public health and animal disease control. Dr. Choi, thank you for joining us.
Dr. choi: Thank you for having me. It’s great to be here!
Editor: Recently, Gangjin-gun was awarded as the best county in the 2024 Animal Quarantine and Hygiene Policy Evaluation by Jeonnam Province. This is a remarkable achievement! What do you think sets Gangjin-gun apart from other regions?
Dr. Choi: Indeed, it is indeed a notable accomplishment! Gangjin-gunS success can largely be attributed to its robust quarantine policies and proactive measures.They have effectively implemented strategies to reduce the impact of major livestock diseases, including bovine tuberculosis and African swine fever, which have been rampant in other areas.
Editor: Speaking of quarantine measures, the evaluation focused on 18 items across four key areas. Can you elaborate on what some of these areas are and why they matter?
Dr. Choi: Absolutely! The evaluation included areas like quarantine measures for livestock diseases, hygiene management of livestock products, and the overall response to disease outbreaks. These areas matter because they directly affect the health of the livestock population, the safety of animal products, and ultimately, the livelihoods of farmers. Effective management in these domains helps prevent outbreaks before they can escalate.
Editor: Gangjin-gun reportedly achieved excellent results by preventing cases of major livestock infectious diseases. What specific actions contributed to this success?
Dr. Choi: Gangjin-gun’s approach was multifaceted. They set up base disinfection facilities and control posts, which helps monitor and manage disease spread. Their rapid response to emerging threats, such as installing strengthened quarantine facilities at pig farms, ensured that any potential outbreaks were contained quickly. Additionally, their commitment to virtual quarantine training for avian influenza equips local officers with the necessary skills to handle real-life scenarios.
Editor: With such impressive results, what can other regions learn from Gangjin-gun’s policies?
Dr.Choi: Other regions can benefit from studying Gangjin-gun’s commitment to extensive planning and community involvement. This includes engaging local farmers, providing training, and ensuring that there is robust infrastructure in place for disease management. collaboration between public officials and livestock organizations has proven essential in driving results.
Editor: Mayor Kang Jin-won attributed their success to the collective efforts of public officials and organizations. How crucial is this teamwork in achieving such goals?
Dr. Choi: Teamwork is crucial. The fight against livestock diseases requires not only government action but also cooperation from farmers and stakeholders within the agricultural sector. When everyone is on board, sharing facts and resources, the impact is considerably amplified. This collaborative effort is fundamental to fostering a culture of biosecurity.
Editor: It seems that Gangjin-gun has established a model of thorough quarantine systems over the years. What do you think are the long-term implications of this achievement for both livestock farmers and consumers?
Dr. Choi: The long-term implications are quite positive! For livestock farmers, it means enhanced protection of their assets and the assurance that their products are safe for market. For consumers, this translates into healthier livestock yields, ultimately contributing to food safety and public health. As we’ve seen, regions that successfully implement strong quarantine measures can protect their industries from potentially devastating outbreaks.
Editor: dr. Choi, thank you for your insightful analysis on this topic. It’s clear that gangjin-gun is not just setting a standard in quarantine policies but also paving the way for sustainable livestock management.
Dr. Choi: Thank you for the opportunity! It’s always exciting to discuss progress in animal health and what it means for our agriculture and society as a whole.
Editor: And thank you to our audience for tuning in. Stay informed and engaged on these vital issues affecting our food systems and public health!