Sunchon Local Food Receives Commendation from Army 2nd Operations Commander

Yeomirak Lunch Boxes Selected as Official Supplier for Two Consecutive Years
Recognized for Contribution to Stable Provision of Reserve Forces Meals

Sunchon Local Food Co., Ltd. received a commendation from the Commander of the Republic of Korea Army 2nd Operations Command on the 57th Reserve Forces Day on the 7th. Photo by Sunchon City

Sunchon Local Food Co., Ltd. announced on July 9 that it received a commendation from the Commander of the Republic of Korea Army 2nd Operations Command on July 7, in celebration of the 57th Reserve Forces Day.

The company was recognized for its contribution to the stable support of reserve forces meal services and the development of local military units. This recognition was based on the selection of its Yeomirak lunch boxes, which use local agricultural products, as the official supplier for the Republic of Korea Army 31st Division reserve forces meals for the second consecutive year.

This commendation was awarded as Yeomirak lunch boxes were highly evaluated for several achievements: expanding the consumption of local agricultural and livestock products, thereby increasing farmers' income; improving the welfare of military personnel by providing healthy food; and promoting cooperation between civilians and the military, as well as revitalizing the local circular economy.

Yeomirak lunch boxes were the first among local food products from cities, counties, and districts nationwide to receive HACCP certification. They are supplied to various public meal service sectors, including integrated senior care meals in Sunchon, lunch boxes for farm workers during the busy season, and lunch boxes for children during school vacations. In particular, the customized meal plans and the use of reliable local ingredients have received positive feedback from citizens.

A representative from Sunchon Local Food stated, "We will continue to expand our public meal service model that fosters mutual growth between the local community and the military," and added, "We plan to consistently provide lunch boxes filled with care and quality to both reserve forces and citizens who are dedicated to serving the nation."

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