Wando County Council Celebrates Nongshim Noodle Soup N Ramyeon Surpassing 6 Billion Units Sold

Wando Seaweed: Purchasing 400 Tons Annually for 40 Years

[Asia Economy] The promotional message on the electronic display board at the Wando County Council building in Jeonnam is catching the attention of passersby.

The LED display at the council building prominently shows the phrase, "Wando-grown kelp, the best consumer, Nongshim Neoguri surpasses 6 billion units." This message celebrates the production of 6 billion units of N ramen as of the third quarter of this year.

The relationship between Nongshim and Wando has continued for 40 years since 1982, when N ramen began using Wando-grown kelp. Nongshim purchases an average of 400 tons of Wando kelp annually for use in their ramen, with a cumulative purchase volume reaching 16,000 tons.

In particular, in 2020, when kelp consumption declined due to COVID-19 and the harvest was good, causing difficulties for fishermen, Nongshim contributed to kelp consumption by purchasing an additional 180 tons.

In 2021, when the founder of Nongshim and the "Wando Kelp Consumption King," the late Shin Chun-ho, passed away, the county council posted a banner mourning his death, recognizing him as a benefactor of Wando fishermen and fostering a county-wide atmosphere of condolence.

Heo Gung-hee, chairman of the Wando County Council, said, "We congratulate Nongshim on producing 6 billion units of N ramen, which greatly contributes to promoting seaweed consumption and increasing fishermen's income by consuming a large amount of Wando-grown kelp. We hope that the coexistence and development of the region and the company will continue while protecting consumers' health with Wando-grown kelp."

Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Choi Kyung-pil alwatros@asiae.co.kr

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