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Ho-dong Kang, born on October 25, 1963, in Hapcheon-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea, has dedicated over three decades to advancing the nation's agricultural sector. Starting his career in 1987 at the Hapcheon Yulgok Agricultural Cooperative, he ascended through various roles, including managing director and five-term cooperative president. His extensive experience encompasses positions such as director of the National Agricultural Cooperative Federation (NACF) and director of the Farmers' Newspaper.
In January 2024, after, Kang was elected as the 25th chairman of NACF. Upon assuming leadership, he pledged to implement significant reforms aimed at enhancing farm incomes through innovation, particularly focusing on regional agricultural cooperatives. One of his notable initiatives includes promoting national rice consumption to support local farmers. Additionally, evaluations suggest that Chairman Kang has strengthened his organizational control within NACF, indicating a more centralized approach to leadership.
Under Kang's guidance, NACF has also concentrated on bolstering its financial services, leading to strong performance in mutual finance operations. His leadership reflects a commitment to revitalizing South Korea's agricultural sector through strategic reforms and a focus on sustainability.