Nongshim Purchases 130 Tons of Potatoes Grown by Returning Young Farmers

Young farmers and a mentor are touring the potato storage facility at the Nongshim Asan Plant. (From left) Kwon Taeksang, Nongshim Asan Plant Quality Control Team Manager; Kim Sujin, young farmer; and Mentor Kim Euijong, CEO of The Eoulrim.

[Asia Economy Reporter Eunmo Koo] Nongshim announced on the 28th that it purchased 130 tons of Sumi potatoes harvested by young farmers participating in the second phase of the Cheongnyeon Sumi program. Nongshim will use the purchased Sumi potatoes for the production of Sumi Chips.

Cheongnyeon Sumi is a program designed to support young farmers who have returned to farming throughout all processes, from cultivation to sales.

This year as well, Nongshim selected 10 young farmers recommended by the Return-to-Farming and Return-to-Village Comprehensive Center, providing financial support as well as assistance in harvest management, securing sales channels, education, and all aspects of farming.

Through pre-sowing contracts and advance payments, young farmers were able to carry out farming activities stably. Comprehensive farming management education was provided, including seed potato storage and management methods, as well as on-site inspections during sowing.

A Nongshim official stated, "Through Cheongnyeon Sumi, we were able to support the stable agricultural activities of young farmers and also improve the quality of agricultural products used in Nongshim products."

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