Jeonbuk Province and Korea Rural Community Corporation Successfully Conclude 'Chuseok Grand Market'

Over 5,000 Visitors
Sales Surpass 120 Million Won

Jeonbuk Province and the Korea Rural Community Corporation Jeonbuk Coastal Village Specialized Support Center successfully concluded the 'Chuseok Grand Market Fish Show' held in celebration of Chuseok.

Jeonbuk Province and the Korea Rural Community Corporation Jeonbuk Coastal Village Specialized Support Center successfully concluded the "Chuseok Grand Market Fish Show" held in celebration of Chuseok. Photo by Jeonbuk Rural Community Corporation

According to the Jeonbuk Regional Headquarters of the Korea Rural Community Corporation on September 22, the event took place at the Jeonbuk Provincial Government building for two days starting from September 19. A total of 34 local businesses, including Gunsan and Gochang Fisheries Cooperatives, participated, offering more than 150 seasonal seafood items such as clams, eel, and seaweed at discounts of up to 56% compared to regular market prices.

In particular, with the holiday approaching, many citizens visited the event to purchase high-quality seafood at reasonable prices. Over the course of two days, more than 5,000 people attended, and total sales exceeded 120 million won. On-site tasting corners were also set up, providing a variety of enjoyable experiences for families visiting the market.

A representative from the Jeonbuk Coastal Village Specialized Support Center at the Korea Rural Community Corporation stated, "This market, where producers and consumers come together for mutual benefit, has greatly contributed to revitalizing the local economy. Going forward, we will continue to work with Jeonbuk Province to expand opportunities for local residents to access high-quality seafood at reasonable prices."

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