Ganghwa County Provides Insurance Support for Crops and Farmers

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Choi Ki-ho] Ganghwa County announced on the 7th that it is implementing support projects for crop disaster insurance and farmer safety insurance to establish a solid agricultural foundation where farmers can focus on farming operations.

This year, the county is providing an additional 10% subsidy from county budget, enabling farmers to enroll in crop disaster insurance with 90% subsidy and 10% self-payment, and farmer safety insurance with 80% subsidy and 20% self-payment.

Crop disaster insurance is coverage for agricultural damage caused by natural disasters such as typhoons (strong winds) and hail, as well as by pests and diseases and fires. This year, 73 types of crops are eligible for crop disaster insurance, including fruit trees, rice, agricultural facilities, and facility crops.

Additionally, farmer safety insurance compensates for bodily injuries and related disasters occurring during agricultural work, providing livelihood stability and social safety nets for farmers and agricultural workers.

Enrollment in agriculture-related insurance varies by product type and insurance subject, so farmers can inquire at nearby local agencies (local agricultural cooperatives) before enrolling.

A county official said, "We are focusing on promoting timely enrollment in crop disaster insurance to prepare for natural disasters," and added, "We will do our best to strengthen management stability and safety nets for farmers."