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Farming and Food Production near Jinju

Jinju is a city located in the southeastern region of South Korea. Agriculture has long been an important economic activity in Jinju, with the city being known for its fertile soil and mild climate. The city’s farming industry is mainly focused on the cultivation of crops such as rice, fruits, and vegetables.

Rice farming is a major agricultural activity in Jinju. The city has a long tradition of rice cultivation, and the local farmers use modern techniques to produce high-quality rice. Jinju’s rice fields are mainly located in the rural areas surrounding the city, and the harvest season typically runs from September to October.

In addition to rice, Jinju’s farmers also grow a variety of fruits and vegetables, including strawberries, persimmons, and peppers. These crops are mainly grown in greenhouses or open fields, depending on the type of crop and the season.

Jinju’s farmers use a combination of traditional and modern farming methods to cultivate their crops. Traditional techniques, such as crop rotation and organic fertilizers, are still commonly used, while modern technologies like irrigation systems and precision farming methods are also becoming more popular.

Overall, farming is an important part of the economy and culture of Jinju. The city’s farmers work hard to produce high-quality crops using a variety of traditional and modern techniques, and their efforts help to support the local economy and provide fresh, healthy food for the people of Jinju and beyond.

Sister Cities International Still Accepting 2023 Applicants

2023 YOUNG ARTISTS AND AUTHORS SHOWCASE (YAAS)

PEACE BY PIECE: FOOD SECURITY IN MY COMMUNITY

From Sister Cities International:

Consistent with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda, Sister Cities International will continue to embrace climate change as the overarching theme for its 2023 Young Artists and Authors Showcase. For this competition, SCI is proud to invite youth from member communities to submit innovative, thoughtful, and impactful creations that emphasize various aspects of food security, including the impact of climate change on food production and food consumption, in their own communities.

As a leading nonprofit, citizen diplomacy organization, Sister Cities International has been promoting peace through mutual understanding since its origins in 1956. Food has been one of the core pillars of sister cities’ cultural understanding – food is a universal language that unites us.

As food unites us, the unrelenting struggle of food security, or a lack thereof is an issue that all communities face. The ongoing environmental changes continue to impact locals and their access to nutrition. This makes the importance of raising awareness more essential every day and youth leadership is a necessary tool to help tackle these circumstances felt around the globe.

Click here to learn more.

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Eugene-Jinju Sister City Committee

Celebrating 58 years of Friendship

Eugene, Oregon, USA and Jinju, South Korea have been in a sister city partnership since 1961.

Eugene-Jinju Sister City Committee celebrating 58 years of friendship at Hendricks Park, Eugene, Oregon, USA.

You can read more about our History here, as the first sister city to be established in the Republic of Korea in 1961.

Eugene and Jinju become sister cities on January 10, 1961.