In the highlands, the cultivation of Danyang Jukneung apples is climbing the path to export to Taiwan.

(Danyang=Yonhap News) Reporter Kim Hyeong-woo = 'Danyang Juk-ryeong Apples', cultivated at the foot of Sobaek Mountain in Danyang County, Chungbuk, are reaching Taiwanese consumers. According to Danyang County on the 10th, the Danyang Fruit Farmers Cooperative shipped 12.6 tons of apples on the 8th and will sequentially send additional quantities to Taiwan until the end of the year. Danyang Juk-ryeong Apples, cultivated in high-altitude areas of over 350 meters above sea level, are known for their vibrant color and excellent storage properties due to the large daily temperature variation and the unique soil conditions of the limestone area. A county official said, "Since 2006, the cumulative export volume of Danyang Juk-ryeong Apples to Taiwan and Vietnam has reached 1,711 tons" and added, "Juk-ryeong Apples will further elevate the status of K-Food in the Southeast Asian market." vodcast@yna.co.kr