About 30 employees from the Korea Exchange visited Hudo-dong village in Hongcheon County to plant corn seedlings and donate supplies [1].
This initiative addresses critical labor shortages facing rural farmers during the planting season. By providing manual labor and resources, the exchange aims to stabilize local agricultural production in Gangwon Province.
The volunteer activity was conducted as part of the annual “1 company-1 village” program [1]. During the visit, staff members planted corn seedlings and provided farmers with fertilizer, and sets of essential goods [1].
The partnership between the Korea Exchange and the village was established in 2021 [1]. This long-term commitment is designed to create a sustainable support system for rural communities—linking corporate resources with agricultural needs.
According to reports from June 2024, the activity took place during the spring planting window [1]. The employees worked alongside residents to ensure seedlings were properly placed for the growing season.
The donation of fertilizer and essential-goods sets serves as a financial buffer for farmers who struggle with rising input costs. These contributions are intended to complement the physical labor provided by the corporate volunteers [1].
“Approximately 30 employees from the Korea Exchange visited Hudo-dong village”
The continued partnership between the Korea Exchange and Hudo-dong village reflects a broader trend of South Korean corporations adopting social responsibility models to mitigate the effects of rural depopulation and aging farming populations. By formalizing the '1 company-1 village' structure, the exchange provides a predictable source of seasonal labor that helps sustain small-scale agriculture in Gangwon Province.
