SG Korea Samgong Agricultural Research Institute in Gimje, Jeonbuk, develops 31 pesticides for…

SG Korea Samgong Agricultural Research Institute in Gimje, Jeonbuk, develops 31 pesticides for drone application, targeting 86 pests and diseases across 15 crops. The institute raises honeybees, water fleas, and fish to conduct toxicity tests, ensuring ecological safety. With climate change and rural aging affecting pest patterns and labor availability, the institute's research scope is expanding, supported by an annual R&D budget of 2 to 2.5 billion KRW.

At the Gimje facility, researchers monitor honeybee hives to assess pesticide toxicity, aiming to minimize harm to beneficial pollinators while controlling pests. The institute also evaluates pesticide residues on crops and safety for farm workers, emphasizing safe pesticide use alongside efficacy.