South Korea experiences 70% cabbage price increase due to heatwave affecting supply.
South Korea is facing a severe heatwave, resulting in a nearly 70% increase in cabbage prices, crucial for the national dish kimchi. A single cabbage now costs 9,337 won (US$ 7.02). The extreme temperatures have disrupted supply, especially for highland cabbage, which thrives in cooler conditions. Climate change is exacerbating soil disease outbreaks, prompting the Rural Development Administration to establish a research institute to tackle these challenges.
September 20, 2024
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