Start of Harvesting Premium Fresh Dasima from Goheung Mountain

Approximately 400 Tons and 2 Billion Won Expected High Income

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Hyung-kwon] Goheung-gun, Jeollanam-do (Governor Song Gwi-geun) announced on the 1st that the first auction was held with the opening ceremony of the Geumsan-myeon Ocheon kelp auction site and a prayer for safe fishing, and full-scale harvesting operations will begin.

The kelp produced in Goheung is naturally dried on land by sunlight and sea breeze, resulting in better color and quality compared to other regions. It is mainly consumed as broth, which is mild and savory, and consumption is increasing. Recently, processed snack products have been developed, gaining attention as family wellness foods.

Additionally, kelp, which is low in calories and rich in dietary fiber, is said to be excellent for obesity prevention. The sticky, viscous water-soluble dietary fiber on the surface of kelp helps prevent constipation and expels bad cholesterol from the body, making it effective in preventing colon cancer and hyperlipidemia.

At the opening ceremony, Song Gwi-geun, Governor of Goheung-gun, encouraged fishermen and related workers, saying, “Although it is difficult to secure workers and the unpredictable weather due to the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic make timely harvesting challenging, we will make multifaceted efforts to ensure that Goheung kelp, which has excellent quality, leads in competitiveness.”

Meanwhile, last year, the auction performance of dried kelp produced by the county recorded 442 tons and income of 2.1 billion KRW. This year, prices are expected to rise somewhat due to the depletion of last year’s inventory, but production is forecasted to be similar to last year at about 400 tons, generating income of approximately 2 billion KRW due to a decrease in facility capacity.

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