Recently, heavy rains in some parts of Korea have flooded the main producing areas of fruits and vegetables, especially the main watermelon supply base. This situation has sparked widespread concern and concern across the country, with many fearing that watermelon prices may soar again and repeat the "watermelon chaos".
The impact of heavy rain
Korea's rainy season, which is supposed to be an important time to moisten farmland, has brought catastrophic torrential rains this year. Farmland has been flooded and crops have been devastated, especially watermelons, which require a lot of water, and are particularly vulnerable to sustained heavy rains. A large number of watermelon fields have been flooded, which has drastically reduced the number of watermelons that should have been harvested, and the supply to the market has been greatly reduced.
Concerns about soaring prices
With the decrease in watermelon production, the imbalance between supply and demand in the market has become increasingly apparent. There are predictions that due to the impact of heavy rains, the price of a single watermelon may soar to 40,000 to 50,000 won (about 240 to 300 yuan). This price level is not only stressful for the average consumer, but also a headache for many retailers. The "watermelon chaos" that I experienced in previous years is still fresh in my memory, and everyone doesn't want this to happen again.
Impact on the future
The rise in watermelon prices is not only a blow to consumers' wallets, but may also affect the stability of the entire food market. The high price of watermelon may lead to an increase in the price of other fruits and vegetables, creating a chain effect. In addition, frequent extreme weather has also brought more uncertainty to agricultural production, and how to effectively respond to natural disasters has become an urgent problem for the agricultural sector.
Faced with the challenges posed by natural disasters, Korea needs to take more effective measures to protect crops and ensure stable market supply. Whether it's through improving agricultural infrastructure or supporting farmers through policies, it requires the concerted efforts of all of society. I hope that in the coming rainy season, there will be fewer disasters and more abundant harvests.
The concern of this "watermelon chaos" is not only a price fluctuation, but also a test of agricultural production and market regulation. We look forward to seeing the Korea government and farmers work together to address this challenge and bring the sweetness of watermelon back to people's tables."