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Gangwon-grown asparagus, first export to Japan this year
On April 15, Gangwon State Agricultural Technology Center held an asparagus export shipment ceremony for Gangwon-grown asparagus at the Seochuncheon Agricultural Cooperative on, opening the doors to international markets this year.
This year, asparagus from major production areas such as Chuncheon, Yanggu, and Hwacheon will be exported, with a total of 70 tons of asparagus expected to be shipped.
The Agricultural Technology Center visited export farms in Bangdong-ri, Seo-meyon, Chuncheon-si on April 15, to oversee the sorting and packaging process of the asparagus, ensuring the readiness of the export products.
The Gangwon region accounts for 45% of the national asparagus cultivation area, 70% of the production volume, and 94% of the export volume.
Notably, the region is utilizing less preferred sizes that were previously difficult to distribute domestically as export-only quantities to Japan, thus establishing a stable farm income model.
An official from Gangwon State said, "Asparagus is a key export crop strategically developed by Gangwon State. Going forward, we will enhance our competitiveness by extending harvest technology and expanding export-related organizations."
yangdoo@yna.co.kr
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** This article was translated from Korean.
Date
2025.04.22
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According to Yonhap News,
On April 15, Gangwon State Agricultural Technology Center held an asparagus export shipment ceremony for Gangwon-grown asparagus at the Seochuncheon Agricultural Cooperative on, opening the doors to international markets this year.
This year, asparagus from major production areas such as Chuncheon, Yanggu, and Hwacheon will be exported, with a total of 70 tons of asparagus expected to be shipped.
The Agricultural Technology Center visited export farms in Bangdong-ri, Seo-meyon, Chuncheon-si on April 15, to oversee the sorting and packaging process of the asparagus, ensuring the readiness of the export products.
The Gangwon region accounts for 45% of the national asparagus cultivation area, 70% of the production volume, and 94% of the export volume.
Notably, the region is utilizing less preferred sizes that were previously difficult to distribute domestically as export-only quantities to Japan, thus establishing a stable farm income model.
An official from Gangwon State said, "Asparagus is a key export crop strategically developed by Gangwon State. Going forward, we will enhance our competitiveness by extending harvest technology and expanding export-related organizations."
yangdoo@yna.co.kr
Source Text
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Source: Yonhap News (April 15, 2025)
** This article was translated from Korean.