RDA and APEC Collaborate on Digital Agricultural Technology for Climate Change Resilience

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A two-day workshop co-hosted by the Rural Development Administration (RDA) and the Agricultural Technical Cooperation Working Group (ATCWG) of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) aimed to leverage digital agricultural technologies to address climate change and enhance food productivity. The event, held in Songdo, Incheon, as part of the Third Senior Officials' Meeting Food Security Week, brought together approximately 70 participants from APEC member economies, academia, and industry to share best practices, explore strategies for broader adoption, and experience Korea's agricultural innovations.

Key Takeaways:

  • The workshop was part of the Third Senior Officials' Meeting Food Security Week, running from Monday to Sunday, and focused on digital agricultural technologies to address climate change and enhance food productivity.
  • The event featured a conference, field visits, and a general discussion, with presentations from experts from Korea, Japan, Australia, China, and other APEC member economies.
  • Participants visited the National Agricultural Museum of Korea and the National Agrobiodiversity Center to explore the country's history of agricultural technology development and safeguard genetic resources.
  • A broad consensus was reached on the urgent need to establish a shared platform and network to exchange technology and information for driving innovative and sustainable development of digital agricultural technologies across the Asia-Pacific region.
  • The RDA emphasized the importance of digital agriculture as a key engine for advancing this year's Food Security Week theme: 'Driving Innovation in Agri-food Systems for Shared Prosperity.'
  • RDA Administrator Kwon Jae-han stated that through cooperation with APEC member economies, they will establish a foundation for spreading digital agricultural technologies and strengthening farmers' capacities.

Statistics:

  • Approximately 70 participants attended the workshop from APEC member economies, including representatives from the ATCWG, academia, and industry.
  • Three sessions were featured on the first day, including digital agricultural technologies, case studies for climate change resilience, and digital technologies for food security.
  • Experts from 6 countries (Korea, Japan, Australia, China, and other APEC member economies) delivered presentations.

Sources:

  • RDA and APEC Collaborate on Digital Agricultural Technology for Climate Change Resilience
  • Established in 1996 under the APEC Ministerial Meeting on Food Security, the ATCWG aims to strengthen the capacity of agriculture and related industries by sharing knowledge and experience.
  • The Third Senior Officials' Meeting Food Security Week runs from Monday to Sunday.
  • The National Agricultural Museum of Korea and the National Agrobiodiversity Center were visited by participants.
  • RDA Administrator Kwon Jae-han emphasized the importance of digital agriculture.