NACF story : its establishment in 1960s (part1)

12/05/2025 23 min

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Episode Synopsis

This is the story that Korean Agricultural Cooperatives System was established in 1960s.Key initiatives included the consolidation and improvement movement of the local cooperatives, the New Farmer Movement, promoting modernization and self-reliance, and significant investments in education and training. Structural changes involved merging numerous small local cooperatives into larger, more efficient units and expanding services beyond agriculture to encompass consumer goods and credit. Enhanced marketing efforts focused on improving infrastructure, standardized packaging, and information dissemination to benefit farmers. Finally, the NACF's international engagement is highlighted by its membership in the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA).