Jeong-Bin Im is Professor of Department of Agricultural Eonomics and Rural Development in College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University. Professor Im holds Ph. D. in Agricultural and Resources Economics from the University of Maryland at College Park (U.S.A) after having M.A and B.A. from Seoul National University.
His academic research and publication covers a wide range of agricultural policy and trade topics such as agricultural direct payment program, WTO and Free Trade Agreement(FTA) issues. He is contributing to many academic journals, as editorial board member for Journal of Korean Agricultural Policy, Journal of Korean Livestock Management and as Editor-in-chief for Journal of Korean Agricultural Economics.
In addition, he has advised several developing country governments, international organizations as well as various Korean ministries on agricultural policy and trade issues. Professor Im is currently working, among others, as Chair for Evaluation of FTA Compensation System Forum and Chair for Dietary Education Forum, and served as a Member of Presidential Committee on Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Policy.
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This study analyzes the structural causes of the rapid increase in vacant houses in rural Korea and examines the transition in government policy responses. As the demographic cliff and rural extinction intensify, vacant houses have evolved from temporary vacancies into structural,...
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This report presents Korea’s Top 10 Agricultural Policy Issues for 2025, shaped by accelerating climate change, global economic uncertainty, and rural demographic decline. It highlights urgent needs for comprehensive farmer safety nets, infrastructure upgrades for food security, smart...
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The Republic of Korea’s 4th Basic Plan for Dietary Education (2025–2029) aims to strengthen national efforts to promote balanced, sustainable, and practical dietary practices across all age groups. Established every five years under the Support for Diet Education Act and led by the...
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This study examines the market trends and policy frameworks surrounding subtropical fruits within the context of climate change. The analysis focuses on key crops including lemons, mangos, figs, bananas, passion fruits, blueberries, pomegranates, dragon fruits, cherries, kiwis, and...
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This article describes the institutional development of rural policy and the role of rural proofing in Korea, focusing on the 'Quality of Rural Life Policy'. It highlights the importance of improving the quality of life for rural communities and the need for policy adjustments through...
Jeong-bin Im
Jeong-Bin Im is Professor of Department of Agricultural Eonomics and Rural Development in College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University. Professor Im holds Ph. D. in Agricultural and Resources Economics from the University of Maryland at College Park (U.S.A) after having M.A and B.A. from Seoul National University.
His academic research and publication covers a wide range of agricultural policy and trade topics such as agricultural direct payment program, WTO and Free Trade Agreement(FTA) issues. He is contributing to many academic journals, as editorial board member for Journal of Korean Agricultural Policy, Journal of Korean Livestock Management and as Editor-in-chief for Journal of Korean Agricultural Economics.
In addition, he has advised several developing country governments, international organizations as well as various Korean ministries on agricultural policy and trade issues. Professor Im is currently working, among others, as Chair for Evaluation of FTA Compensation System Forum and Chair for Dietary Education Forum, and served as a Member of Presidential Committee on Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Policy.
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Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, College of Agricultural and Life Science, Seoul National UniversityJob Title
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jeongbin@snu.ac.krLatest Submission from Korea
Recent Trends and Challenges in Policy for the Maintenance and Utilization of Rural Vacant Housing in Korea
Major Ten Agri-food Policy Issues in South Korea 2025
A National Framework for Sustainable Dietary Education: Korea’s 4th Basic Plan (2025–2029)
Subtropical Fruit Cultivation in Korea: Current Trends and Policy Issues
Exploring the Institutional Development of Rural Policy and the Role of Rural Proofing in Korea
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