Uiwang City to Conduct Guidance and Inspections on Origin Labeling for Agricultural, Livestock, and Seafood Products Ahead of Chuseok

Uiwang City (Mayor Kim Sang-don) will conduct guidance and inspections on origin labeling systems at distribution centers, large retailers, sales outlets, and restaurants handling agricultural, livestock, and seafood products within the city ahead of the Chuseok holiday.

As consumption of agricultural, livestock, and seafood products is expected to increase ahead of Chuseok, the city aims to preemptively block illegal distribution to protect the agricultural and fisheries industries and provide citizens with safe food.

The city will organize an inspection team to conduct intensive checks from September 26 through September 6 for approximately two weeks, visiting businesses to verify whether origin labels are missing or falsified, and whether labeling methods comply with regulations. Minor infractions will result in administrative guidance, while violations will be subject to administrative measures including fines and referral for prosecution.

Bae Young-jun, director of the Urban Agriculture Division, stated, "Through continuous guidance, inspections, and public awareness campaigns, we will establish a transparent and sound distribution order so consumers can eat with confidence."