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2013100 minGdocumentary

Agro Ecology Conflict

Paldang

2013100 minGdocumentary

In 2008, the Korean government announced plans to replace farms in Paldang with bike lanes and a public park, sparking conflict among local farmers.

Agro Ecology Conflict

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In 2008, the Korean government announced plans to replace farms in Paldang with bike lanes and a public park, sparking conflict among local farmers.

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Eun-jin Kauhdirector

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Paldang, a town along the Han River, faces significant changes following the construction of Paldang Dam. Many farmers lost their land but adapted by starting organic farming. In 2008, the South Korean government announced plans to develop bike lanes and a public park in the area, displacing these farms. This decision has led to intense conflicts among farmers as they grapple with whether to resist government actions that threaten their livelihoods.

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