Gokseong Strawberries, First Export to Malaysia This Year

Discovering New Export Markets, Achievements in High-Quality Production Consulting

[Gokseong=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Cha Jong-sun] Gokseong strawberries from Jeonnam are set to embark on their first export journey to Malaysia this year.

On the 12th, Gokseong County announced that it held a shipment ceremony for the export of 'Mam Aedam-eun Strawberry' at the joint sorting center of the agricultural corporation Gokseong Melon Co., Ltd.

Following exports of Gokseong melons to the Taiwanese and Singaporean markets, Gokseong strawberries will now be introduced to the Malaysian market. This is expected to contribute significantly to diversifying overseas markets and revitalizing the local economy.

For this Malaysian strawberry export, close consultations were held in advance with the Jeollanam-do Agricultural Research and Extension Services (Director Park Hong-jae) regarding the discovery of export-specialized companies, export unit prices, and packaging specifications.

Additionally, with support from the Gokseong County Agricultural Technology Center, facilities to maintain the freshness of export strawberries were established.

By utilizing technologies to reduce spoilage through chlorine dioxide and carbon dioxide fumigation, the common issues of softening and decay during export were addressed.

A representative A from Gokseong Melon Co., Ltd. stated, "We will build a steady infrastructure with overseas buyers to make Gokseong's 'Mam Aedam-eun Strawberry' a brand that leaps onto the global stage.

Furthermore, through meticulous harvest timing control and quality management, we will increase the added value for producers and repay consumers' trust."

Gokseong strawberries, which have received great acclaim from overseas consumers, are of the Seolhyang variety, characterized by a high standard sugar content, a sweet and tangy flavor, and a crisp texture compared to other varieties.

By April 2023, about 50 tons are planned to be exported to the Southeast Asian market, with careful attention paid to safe pesticide production management and strict quality control through joint sorting.

Gokseong=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Cha Jong-sun hss79@asiae.co.kr

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