Gochang-gun held a meeting to inspect quarantine measures against highly pathogenic avian influenza (AI). On the 23rd, Gochang-gun held an emergency quarantine measure inspection meeting with relevant departments and related organizations to block the inflow of highly pathogenic avian influenza (AI) into the district, and conducted an on-site inspection of the disinfection status of the base disinfection facility.
Currently, Gochang-gun has formed a Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters during the special quarantine period and is operating an AI quarantine situation room to maintain a situation dissemination and reporting system.
In addition, we are doing our best to establish an autonomous quarantine system for each farm by designating 47 public officials in charge of poultry farms to conduct telephone surveillance, and forming a highly pathogenic AI on-site inspection team to periodically inspect the quarantine status of vulnerable farms.
In addition, cross-contamination between livestock vehicles is prevented through the operation of base disinfection facilities (3 locations) and Dongnim Reservoir control posts (3 locations), and all disinfection resources such as joint pest control teams (3 units) and other pest control vehicles (9 units) are mobilized. Accordingly, disinfection of major entry and exit points to quarantine-vulnerable areas has been strengthened, and additional disinfection chemicals and quick lime are planned to be supplied to poultry farms.
Kim Cheol-tae, Deputy Governor of Gochang-gun, emphasized, “As highly pathogenic avian influenza continues to occur, the lack of compliance with quarantine rules at farms where outbreaks occur is becoming a major problem,” and added, “Change of boots on the farm, two-stage disinfection of entry and exit vehicles, and major movements within the livestock barn.” “We ask you to thoroughly carry out quarantine activities, including disinfecting passageways twice a day,” he said.
Meanwhile, Gochang County Governor Shim Deok-seop held a year-end press conference on the afternoon of the 23rd and announced this year’s achievements and next year’s military administration plan.
County Governor Shim Deok-seop said, “Following the complete transfer of ownership of Samsung Electronics 10 years after the start of construction of the Gochang New Vitality Industrial Complex, what I remember most is securing a foundation for Gochang to lead the reorganization of the entire industrial structure of Jeollabuk-do through investment agreements with Korea’s top energy storage material companies. “It will remain,” he said, looking back on the year.
In addition, ‘Myeongsasimni Marine Tourist Site Investment Agreement’, ‘Ungok Ramsar Wetland Center and National Ecological and Cultural Trail Creation’, ‘Completion of the nation’s first agricultural worker dormitory and entry of 1,800 seasonal workers’, ‘Gochang Watermelon Geographical Indication Registration Success’, ‘Veterans and Veterans Affairs’ Achievements such as starting the construction of a hall and discovering people who contributed to independence were introduced.
In particular, regarding the achievement of the highest grade in the recently announced ‘Jeonbuk Province’s only’ comprehensive integrity assessment, he expressed his gratitude, saying, “This is a valuable result of the continuous efforts of public officials and the trust of the residents.”
Gochang-gun’s core slogan for 2025 is ‘Change, growth, and Gochang that opens the future.’ County Governor Shim Deok-seop emphasized, “In the new year, it is most important to stay centered and lead regional development strategies amid rapidly changing political situations such as the presidential election.”
The four core projects of Gochang-gun in 2025 are ▲ revitalization of the local economy with the people’s livelihood as the top priority (expansion of discounts on Gochang Love Gift Certificates, attracting more than 3,000 foreign seasonal workers, etc.) ▲ overcoming the crisis of extinction and transformation into a future high-tech industrial city (Samsung Electronics cutting-edge logistics) Center/Terminal Urban Regeneration Innovation District Pilot Project, Gochang Comprehensive Theme Park Construction Commencement, etc.) ▲Pride of a 10 million tourist city, Gochang, a world heritage city that shines in the world (Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province Citizens’ Sports Festival, World Heritage Festival, successful hosting of Korea Fisheries Day, etc.) ▲Safe and happy life with residents (birth incentives support, infertility medical expenses support, improvement project for areas at risk of natural disasters) etc.).
The plan is to industrialize Gochang by utilizing its attractive assets such as culture, history, art, and tourism, and create jobs based on a strong economy to make it a city where young people gather.
Gochang County Mayor Shim Deok-seop said, “We will seize new opportunities with sharp senses like a snake, and follow the snake’s wisdom to ride the flow of change and create a hopeful future.” He added, “We ask for your generous support and interest so that the new year can become an inflection point in Gochang County’s growth.” “Please,” he said.
Economy Queen Reporter Hana Choi Photo: Gochang-gun
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