‘Highest Sugar Content’ Gochang Hwanggeum Pears, First Export to the US This Year

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Jaegil] Gochang pears, boasting the highest sweetness, have begun full-scale shipments and embarked on the path to export to the United States.

Jeonbuk Gochang Pear Agricultural Cooperative Corporation (CEO Shin Jeomsik) conducted container loading operations for export to the U.S. on the afternoon of the 11th and held an export commemorative ceremony.

The export volume this time is 13.8 tons of golden pears carefully grown by 46 farms, and continuous exports are expected to generate about 2.5 billion KRW in income.

Gochang pears are cultivated in mineral-rich loess soil, characterized by thin skin, tender flesh, and high sweetness, gaining popularity. Since 2003, exports have been promoted, and so far, they have been exported to the U.S., Taiwan, Vietnam, and other countries, raising the status of Korean pears.

Shin Jeomsik, CEO of Gochang Pear Agricultural Cooperative, said, “Despite difficult conditions this year such as COVID-19 and prolonged monsoon rains, we have worked hard to produce Gochang pears that people worldwide can trust and enjoy,” adding, “We will do our best to expand pear exports.”

Yoo Gisang, Mayor of Gochang County, stated, “At a time when Korean agricultural products are gaining popularity in overseas markets, the county administration will also strive to ensure that pears, Gochang County’s representative export item, continue to be a key product generating steady farm income.”

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