Chonnam National University, First in Korea to Obtain International Certification for Jeju-grown Kiwi

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Chonnam National University announced on the 6th that it has become the first in Korea to obtain international certification for Jeju-grown kiwis, expanding export opportunities to Japan.

The 'Global G.A.P' international certification is the highest scientific certification system developed by the European Union (EU) to establish production standards for safe fresh fruits and vegetables that meet consumer demands.

The Kiwi Export Research Project Group at Chonnam National University (Director Jo Jeongan), with participation from 18 farms within the Jeju City Agricultural Cooperative and Hallagold Farming Association, underwent certification procedures including comprehensive nutrient management, pest and disease control, safety and hygiene management, and orchard and sorting facility management in accordance with HACCP standards, obtaining international certification on December 19 last year.

The Kiwi Export Research Project Group was selected as a research project by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs in 2018 and has been developing export strategy technologies for Korean kiwis over five years with support amounting to 2.3 billion KRW.

Following Jeju-grown kiwis, this year they plan to develop export strategy technologies for kiwis from the Boseong region in Jeonnam.

Director Jo stated, "Through international certification, we expect recovery in the previously stagnant export volume to Japan and expansion into markets such as Europe and Southeast Asia," adding, "In fact, during export consultations over three days starting December 25 last year with Royal, the largest agricultural product handling company in the Kansai region of Japan, we confirmed high interest in premium-grade kiwis."

Meanwhile, Chonnam National University is conducting research and development on export strategy technologies nationwide for items including kiwis, pears, and companion dogs as part of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs' 'Export Strategy Technology Development Project.'

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