Gokseong-gun was selected as the ‘2024 local government with excellent regional statistics.’ Gokseong-gun, Jeollanam-do (Governor Cho Sang-rae) was selected as an excellent local government in the ‘2024 Regional Statistics Best Practice Contest’ hosted by the Honam Regional Statistics Office on the 14th.
Gokseong-gun participated in the Honam Regional Statistics Contest held last August under the theme of ‘Establishment of comprehensive agricultural education guide content to support return to farming and settlement in rural areas and induce settlement of new farmers’ and achieved the splendid achievement of winning an excellence award.
This contest evaluated the usability and creativity of regional statistics for 45 local governments in the Honam region. The excellent review of regional statistics was evaluated based on five items: △ examples of regional statistics policy utilization △ performance of regional statistics development and improvement △ participation in technical support and consulting △ efforts to strengthen statistical capabilities △ cooperation in regional statistics demand surveys.
Gokseong-gun is an example of activating the inflow of young people in Gokseong-gun by using the survey on returning to rural areas to △ build comprehensive information on farmer education to support returning to farming and settling down in rural areas △ encouraging settlement of new farmers by supporting farmland rental fees for young farmers. was evaluated.
A county official said, “With this selection as an excellent local government, we feel proud and even more responsible for the important role our county’s statistical data played in developing and deciding on policies.”
Gokseong County Mayor Cho Sang-rae said, “Regional statistics are a valuable result of the combined demands of the county residents.” He added, “We will continue to analyze regional statistics on various topics and look carefully to ensure that they can play an important role in developing policies that the county residents need.” reported.
Meanwhile, the Gokseong-gun Future Education Foundation announced that the ‘2024 Our Winter Class’ will be held from the 20th to the 23rd at the Gokseong-gun Creative Convergence Education Center Dream Kiwoom Maru.
‘Our Winter Class 2024’ is a program that will be held a total of 6 times to give the gift of happiness by participating with the family and feeling a sense of accomplishment through learning as we welcome the upcoming cold winter.
This class is recruiting participants for a glass craft process to make Christmas ornaments and suncatchers, as well as tree mood lights made by families.
A foundation official said, “We hope that the program will be a valuable time for county residents to feel happy despite their busy daily lives.”
Information about programs operated by the foundation can be received in real time through KakaoTalk ‘Gokseong Future Education Foundation’ and the Gokseong Education Portal site.
Gokseong-gun, Jeollanam-do (Governor Cho Sang-rae) promoted a campaign from the 5th to the 14th at traditional markets in Gokseong-eup, Seokgok-myeon, and Okgwa-myeon to improve awareness of the disposal of agricultural by-products.
Officials of the Gokseong-gun Agricultural Technology Center (hereinafter referred to as the center) carried out a campaign by delivering promotional materials to county residents at traditional markets and urging them to participate in the ban on incineration and shredding of agricultural by-products to prevent forest fires and reduce fine dust.
In addition, in order to carry out a project to support the safe processing of agricultural by-products in the second half of the year, the center receives applications from forest-adjacent areas and farmers from the elderly and vulnerable groups, visits the site, and supports the shredding of red pepper stalks, perilla stalks, bean stalks, and fruit tree pruning branches.
In addition, a support group for the shredding of agricultural by-products has been formed and plans to proceed with the shredding of agricultural by-products, focusing on elderly and vulnerable farmers, until November 29.
An official at the Gokseong-gun Agricultural Technology Center said, “Based on the successful implementation of the campaign to safely dispose of agricultural by-products, we will strive to raise awareness of forest fires caused by incineration of rice paddies and ridges.”
Gokseong-gun Mayor Jo Sang-rae said, “Wildfires occurred frequently within the district due to the incineration of agricultural by-products in areas adjacent to forests,” and expressed his firm determination, saying, “We will do our best to reduce fire damage during the dry fall season by improving awareness among farmers and supporting the administration.”
Economy Queen Reporter Hana Choi Photo: Gokseong-gun
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How can other local governments replicate Gokseong-gun’s success in using statistics for agricultural development?
Interview between Time.news Editor and Gokseong-gun Agriculture and Statistics Expert
Time.news Editor (TNE): Welcome to our interview series! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Kim Jung-soo, an expert in regional statistics and agricultural development, about Gokseong-gun’s recent recognition as an excellent local government in the 2024 Regional Statistics Best Practice Contest. Welcome, Mr. Kim!
Mr. Kim Jung-soo (KJS): Thank you! It’s a pleasure to be here and discuss such an exciting achievement.
TNE: Gokseong-gun stood out among 45 local governments in the Honam region. What do you think set it apart from the others in terms of its statistics practices?
KJS: Gokseong-gun’s approach to integrating regional statistics with community needs was pivotal. They didn’t just gather data; they used it to create comprehensive agricultural education guides aimed at encouraging new farmers to settle in rural areas. This practical application was one of the key reasons for their recognition.
TNE: That’s fascinating! The focus on supporting returning farmers is especially timely. How did Gokseong-gun utilize its survey data to influence policy decisions?
KJS: They conducted surveys to identify the interests and needs of potential returning farmers, and this data was integral in shaping their policies. For example, they developed a program to subsidize farmland rental fees for young farmers. This not only addresses the economic challenges faced by new farmers but also aligns with the statistical insights they gathered.
TNE: It sounds like Gokseong-gun has a robust plan for attracting youth. What other initiatives are they implementing to support this goal?
KJS: One notable initiative is the ‘2024 Our Winter Class’ program, which promotes family engagement through creative crafts like glass ornaments. This not only provides a fun activity but also fosters a sense of community and belonging among residents. Such programs can make rural living more appealing to younger generations.
TNE: Engaging the community seems crucial. Could you tell us how Gokseong-gun plans to continue leveraging regional statistics moving forward?
KJS: According to Mayor Cho Sang-rae, the focus will be on ongoing analysis of regional statistics to meet the evolving needs of residents. They’re committed to developing policies that reflect the combined demands of the community, ensuring they remain proactive rather than reactive.
TNE: That’s an admirable commitment. Lastly, Gokseong-gun also held a campaign focused on agricultural by-product disposal. How important is public awareness in this area?
KJS: Very important! Raising awareness about proper disposal practices helps in sustainable agriculture and environmental protection. Gokseong-gun’s proactive campaigns, especially in traditional markets, are essential in educating residents on this matter.
TNE: Thank you, Mr. Kim, for your insights into Gokseong-gun’s innovative use of statistics to promote rural development. It’s inspiring to see how data can drive meaningful change in local communities.
KJS: Thank you for having me! I’m excited to see how Gokseong-gun continues to set an example for others in the region.
TNE: And we look forward to sharing more stories of success like this in the future!