Government to Conduct Nationwide Farmland Survey to Eradicate Speculation
The government has decided to conduct a nationwide survey of farmland to prevent cases where land is owned for speculative purposes. The purpose of this investigation is to identify instances where individuals are holding farmland without engaging in farming, in violation of the Farmland Act.
A government official explained that this survey is intended to identify acts of using farmland as a means of speculation rather than for its intended purpose. In particular, the government expressed its commitment to correcting the farmland system by focusing on identifying those who own farmland without actually farming.
This comprehensive survey will cover all farmland across the country. The government plans to strictly punish any violations discovered in accordance with relevant laws. Through this, the government aims to prevent farmland from becoming a target for speculation and to protect farmers who are actually engaged in agriculture.
The issue of farmland speculation has long been pointed out as one of the causes of instability in the real estate market. Many citizens are paying close attention to whether this survey will have a practical effect. Starting with this investigation, the government plans to further strengthen the farmland management system.