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- About
- KREI, a national policy research institute,
has led the development of agriculture,
rural areas, and the food industry as a think tank for agricultural policy.
- REPORTS _
- Reviewing The Survey System and A Survey of Pet Industries...
- 2024.04.30
- JOURNALS _
- Diagnosing and Improving the Grain Consumption Survey...
- 2024.06.20
- FOCUS _
- Suggestions to Promote the Hometown Love Donation System...
- 2022.11.25
- ODA _
- 2020 Global ODA Forum for Sustainable Agricultural Developme...
- 2021.03.18
NEWS
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- Joint Conference Hosted by Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) and Korea-America Economic Association (KAEA)
- The Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI, President Han Doo Bong) and the Korea-America Economic Association (KAEA, President Jeong Kwang Soo) hosted the KREI-KAEA Joint Conference under the theme "Economic Challenges and Policy Implications in the Era of Uncertainty" on the 20th at the KREI conference hall. This conference was co-organized with the KAEA to share recent research trends and to prepare the capacity to respond to uncertainties in the overall Korean economy, not just in agriculture. Before the conference, Professor Choi Jae-Won from the Department of Economics at Seoul National University gave a honorary lecture, explaining that "in an era of low interest rates, enhancing growth drivers for companies is effective for improving stock market returns and adding value." In the first presentation, Dr. Kim Yong Jee from the KREI analyzed that "the Agricultural Food Voucher Program results in higher spending on agricultural food by beneficiary households compared to cash-based support policies such as livelihood benefits." Following this, Professor Kang Man Ho from Georgia Tech argued that "well-designed regulations induce innovation and promote the transition to a green economy." In the second session, Dr. Yeon Kwang Hoon from the KREI analyzed that "the Early Warning System for Food Poisoning in schools significantly reduces the occurrence of food poisoning incidents." Professor Lee Yong Suk from the University of Notre Dame revealed that "contrary to the belief that the use of robots replaces employment, the use of robots in nursing homes actually promotes employment." The ensuing discussion was chaired by Kim Yong Lyoul, Director of the Rural & Environment Research Department at KREI, with participation from Professor Kim Kyu-Il of Michigan State University, Professor Lee Seok Bae of Columbia University, Eom Jin Young, Director of the Agroindustry Innovation Research Department at KREI, and Research Fellow Lim Young Ah.
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- In May, a monthly meeting was held, featuring the declaration of ESG management.
- On May 7th, the Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI), led by President Han Doo Bong, held a monthly staff meeting in the conference room. The agenda included employee recognition for the month, President Han Doo Bong's address, a presentation on KREI's spatial improvement initiatives, and the declaration of ESG management. President Han, during his address, highlighted various efforts made by KREI staff over the past year since his inauguration. He emphasized the commitment to enhance KREI's value both domestically and internationally this year. President Han pledged to establish fair rules for acknowledging and rewarding staff who excel in writing outstanding research reports, contributing to administrative and welfare improvements, utilizing AI and digital information for research and administrative system enhancement, providing diverse opportunities for staff growth, fostering active teamwork through mutual cooperation, and creating an environment where staff can take pride in working for a national research institution. Following this, there was a presentation on the progress of KREI's spatial improvement initiatives by Kwon In Hye, Vice Chairman of the Space Innovation Committee, titled "KREI Spatial Improvement Progress for Work, Life, and Relaxation," which included updates on the installation of solar power and rain cover facilities. Subsequently, the KREI ESG management declaration was made, sharing the ESG management strategy and implementation plan, and proclaiming the ESG management vision. Kim Hong Won, Director of General administration office, delivered a presentation titled "Trends in ESG Management and KREI's ESG Management." Two employee representatives then recited the ESG management practice statement, declaring active commitment to ESG management as a core value, aiming to create sustainable future values in collaboration with the nation and the world. The ESG management statement was then handed over to President Han Doo Bong, followed by a group photo of all staff. Lastly, the Employee of the Month awards for May were presented, honoring Lee Yong-geon, Deputy Research Fellow, and Choi Byung-yong, Senior Specialist, for their dedicated and proactive performance of their duties.
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- KREI-MAFRA hold a policy research consultation meeting to jointly address agricultural issues and enhance cooperation
- The Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI), led by President Han Doo Bong, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA), led by Minister Song Mi Ryeong, held a policy research consultation meeting on April 25th at the Sejong Best Western Hotel to address key agricultural issues and national policy responses. The policy research consultation meeting was convened to actively respond to policy research directions and formulate agricultural policies in response to major agricultural issues. Minister Song Mi Ryeong and over 50 officials from various countries attended from MAFRA, while President Han Doo bong and around 60 researchers, including PhDs, attended from KREI. The first session was held under the theme of "Stabilizing Livelihoods through Stable Agricultural and Livestock Supply." Hwang Yun-jae, Director of the Department of Food & Agriculture Economics Research at KREI, chaired the session. Researchers from KREI's Distribution Innovation Research Office, Livestock Economics Research Office, Horticulture Economics Research Office, and Grain Economics Research Office discussed various agricultural issues and shared mid- to long-term research roadmaps with MAFRA. The second session focused on "Building a Strong Income and Management Safety Net to Ease Farming Burdens." Jeong Hak-Kyun, Director of the Department of Macro Agricultural Policy Research at KREI, chaired the session, where policy discussions were conducted by researchers from KREI's Agricultural Structure Research Office and Agricultural Labor Research Office. The third session addressed "Future Growth Industrialization of Agriculture through Technological Innovation." Eom Jinyoung, Director of the Department of AgroIndustry Innovation Research at KREI, chaired the session, which involved participation from KREI's New Industry Research Office, Food Economics Research Office, and Companion Animal Welfare Research Division. The final session was dedicated to discussing "Rural Policy for Revitalizing Rural Economy and Enhancing Public Functions." Kim Yong-ryul, Director of the Department of Rural Environment Research at KREI, chaired the session, during which research roadmaps were presented and policy sharing with MAFRA was conducted by researchers from KREI's Resource and Environmental Research Office and Rural Policy Research Office to explore ways to enhance cooperation. President Han expressed his hope that the meeting would serve as an opportunity for mutual understanding and cooperation between MAFRA and KREI as agricultural partners. He also expressed his anticipation for the establishment of agricultural policies that are loved by the people and farmers through this consultation.
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- KREI held a ceremony to commemorate its 46th anniversary
- The Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI), under the leadership of President Han Doo Bong, held an anniversary ceremony on April 1st to commemorate its 46th founding anniversary. The ceremony took place on March 29th at the institute's conference hall. The event included the presentation of special contributions and outstanding project awards, a commemorative speech, congratulatory messages via video, a ceremonial meal, and a commemorative photo session. During his commemorative speech, President Han expressed gratitude for the efforts of the staff, stating, "Over the past 46 years, KREI has played a significant role as a think tank in agricultural policy and institutional development, embracing the concerns of farmers and contributing as a constructive critic of the government." He emphasized the challenges posed by recent climate change-induced fluctuations and surges in agricultural prices, urging the institute to propose various solutions, such as the advancement of agricultural production and distribution systems based on big data, to supply high-quality agricultural products to the public at affordable prices. He also stressed the importance of addressing rural population decline and aging to pass on a robust agriculture sector, vibrant rural communities, and prosperous farmers to future generations, calling for collective wisdom. Chairman Shin Dong Cheon of the National Research Council for Economics, Humanities, and Social Sciences (NRC) delivered a congratulatory speech, stating, "The role of the Korea Rural Economic Institute is more significant now than ever before. I hope the institute actively implements its vision and strategy to become a trusted research institution not only for farmers but also for the entire nation, and I wish for a strong leap toward the future." The ceremony also included the presentation of special contribution awards and plaques of appreciation. The special contribution award was given to Ryu Nam-ryul, a management supervisor at the institute, while plaques of appreciation were awarded to Kim Yoon-jeong, a local correspondent, and Jo Jung-geun, head of the vegetable business team at Nonghyup Economic Holdings. Outstanding project awards were presented, with one project receiving the Grand Prize and four projects receiving Outstanding Project awards. The Grand Prize went to the project titled "Response to Changes in the Post-COVID-19 Food Market: Agricultural Food Safety Management Response Project," led by Research Fellow Park Mi-seong. Outstanding Project awards were granted to projects including "Promotion of the Pet Food Industry for Creating New Growth Engines in the Agricultural and Food Industry" led by Senior Researcher Hwang Yoon-jae, "Utilization of FTA Origin Regulations for Expanding Agricultural and Food Exports" led by Research Fellow Kim Sang-hyun, "Expansion and Stabilization of Agricultural Sector Jobs for an Inclusive Society (3rd Year of 3-Year Plan)" led by Research Fellow Eom Jin-young, and "Study on Improving the Structure of Agricultural and Food Finance Revenue" led by Senior Researcher Kim Mi-bok.
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- A joint international conference was held under the theme
- The Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) held a joint international conference with National Taiwan University in Taipei, Taiwan, from March 13th to 14th. The conference, sponsored and participated in by the Taiwan Farmers' Association, the Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research, and the Irrigation Agency of the Taiwan Ministry of Agriculture, was held under the theme "Sustainability and the Future of Agriculture". It consisted of four sessions: land, agricultural labor, rural development and agricultural sustainability, energy and environmental issues. Experts from seven Asian countries (Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines) participated in the conference, presenting and discussing major agricultural policies and issues in each country. At the conference, Kim Yong-ryul, Director of the Rural Environment Research Division at KREI, chaired the agricultural labor session, and Um Jin-young, Director of the Agricultural Industry Innovation Division, gave a presentation. In the rural development and agricultural sustainability session, Research Fellow Lim Young-a presented, and in the energy and environmental issues session, Director Jeong Hak-gyun of the Macroeconomic Agricultural Policy Research Division presented on Korea's cases and implications. Prior to the conference, KREI signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with National Taiwan University to promote joint research and personnel exchange. President Han Doo bong of KREI stated, "We held the conference to broaden the understanding of major agricultural policies and issues in Asian countries and to promote cooperation," adding, "To leap KREI into the world's leading agricultural policy think tank, we actively pursue various internationalization programs and plan to host the 2nd conference in Korea next year."
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- KREI held the 1st KREI Agricultural Policy Symposium
- The Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) held the "1st KREI Agricultural Policy Symposium" for future sustainable growth. The event was jointly organized with the Korean Agricultural Economics Association and took place on Thursday, February 1st, starting at 1:30 PM at the Emerald Hall of the Federation of Korean Industries Building in Yeouido, Seoul. The symposium focused on the theme of "Future Sustainable Growth" and featured presentations and expert discussions on the introduction of price support systems for major agricultural products such as rice and vegetables, as well as the implementation of compulsory rice purchase systems, based on domestic and international cases and current situations. The first presentation was delivered by Professor Park Eun-cheon from the University of Arkansas, who spoke on "Agricultural Risk Management Policies in the U.S." Following this, Professor Ito Shoichi, Emeritus Professor at Kyushu University, presented on "Current Agricultural Policy with Income Stabilization Procedure in Japan." Subsequently, Professor Kim Jong-in from Incheon National University discussed "Debate and Challenges Regarding Grain-related Law Amendments," while Professor Ahn Byeong-il from Korea University addressed "Current Status and Challenges of Agricultural Price Stabilization Policies." After the presentations, a panel discussion was held.
Periodicals
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- Agricultural Outlook
- Global and domestic agricultural economic outlook, Introducing the agricultural policy Global and domestic agricultural economic outlook, Introducing the agricultural policy
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- World Agriculture
- Trends in world agriculture and agricultural policy, Summary of agriculture-related overseas news, World agricultural statistics
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- KREI Agricultural Trends in North Korea
- Summary of north korea agricultural trends, Media news release trends, Cooperation and support Results with Korea and international communities
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- Agricultural Trends in China
- Trends in China agricultural policy, agriculture and rural economic trends, Policy resources, China Agricultural Statistics
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- Agriculture and Rural Economic Trends
- Domestic economic trends, agricultural economic trends, Demand and price trends of major agricultural products
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- World Grain Market
- Global grain market trends, relevant information, and major grain agricultural policies
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- Trend of Agricultural Trade with FTA Partners
- Trend in imports and domestic prices of livestock products, fruit, vegetables, and major grains with a focus on FTA partners