Seouiseong Nonghyup in Uiseong-gun exports 10.9 tons of eco-friendly Ureongi rice to Australia

Uiseong-gun, Gyeongbuk held a shipment ceremony at the Seouiseong Nonghyup Distribution Office for exporting 10.9 tons of Ureongi rice to Australia.

Despite difficulties caused by the global economic downturn, Seouiseong Nonghyup achieved export results of 300 tons over 21 shipments this year, including 13 shipments of Ureongi rice and 8 shipments of GABA rice, more than tripling last year's performance (75 tons, 8 shipments).

Farmers from the Uiseong region are taking a commemorative photo after exporting eco-friendly rice with snails to Australia.

In Uiseong-gun, the Ureongi farming method, which reduces pesticide use and preserves soil environment to meet the demand for eco-friendly and safe food in the distribution market, is being actively encouraged. This year, 24 tons of juvenile Ureongi snails were supplied over 800 hectares.

County Governor Kim Jusu said, “The export of eco-friendly rice is a result of recognizing the excellence of Uiseong rice. We will continue to strengthen export competitiveness by promoting various support projects such as pioneering overseas markets and creating export conditions.”