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K-food-exports SEOUL, April 3 (Yonhap) -- In the first quarter, South Korea saw its exports of agricultural and food items increase by 7.9% compared to the previous year, hitting an all-time high due to the rising influence of Hallyu, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture on Thursday. The value of outbound shipments for agriculture and food products reached US$3.18 billion during the January-March period, marking an increase from the $2.95 billion reported in the same quarter the previous year, as stated by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. The ministry also noted that this was the most substantial first-quarter figure ever recorded. Individually, exports of instant noodles jumped 27.3% to reach $343.9 million. Snack product sales grew by 5.5%, totaling $174.1 million, whereas beverage exports climbed 4.5% to hit $156.8 million. The sales of South Korean cigarettes increased by 14.5 percent year-over-year to reach $261 million, whereas sauce exp...

CLEVELAND (WJW) — The Greater Cleveland Food Bank, like many organizations nationwide, has expressed significant concerns regarding the stability of the food supply following governmental proposals to cut funding. These cuts would affect upcoming food deliveries scheduled for later this year. These concerns have been alleviated since the USDA found extra money for purchasing food, offering stability amid food insecurities. Police: Toddlershot Unintentionally in Akron We're delighted to announce that beginning in June, we'll receive extra provisions, which include fresh and canned fruits, veggies, and nuts," stated Karen Pozna, the Communication Director, in a press statement. "The collaboration between food banks and the USDA has been longstanding and essential for addressing the demands of those experiencing food scarcity. We value the USDA's ongoing backing of both agricultural producers and food distribution centers. A fifth of the Greater Clevel...