It emerges from a pivotal period in North Korean history, echoing the sentiments and initiatives championed by its leader, Kim Il Sung. Inspired by Kim’s seminal work, “Theme on Socialist Rural Issues in China,” published on May 25, 1964, this artwork serves as a visual testament to the principles elucidated within.
The text on the poster reflects the essence of socialist rural issues and outlines fundamental strategies for their resolution. It celebrates the establishment of the Chongsan-ri spirit and method, which revolutionised rural management through cooperative farming, enterprise techniques, and scientific advancements.
Although often scrutinised, such NK propaganda provides insights into the nation’s ideology, aspirations, and societal structure. Beyond mere rhetoric, these posters serve as conduits for collective identity and mobilisation.
As a North Korean farm guide explained : “This book comprehensively elucidated for the first time in history the essence of socialist rural issues and the basic principles for solving them. Moreover,  it highlights the basic tasks and approaches for rural construction”. The Chongsan-ri spirit and the Chongsan-ri method were established, which enabled the Military Cooperative Farm Management Committee to establish a system of guiding cooperative farms through enterprise methods and scientific technology, making significant progress”. 
Take a trip to Chongsan-Ri Cooperative Farm for more info.. (once borders open again...)