Summer radish and cabbage production likely to decrease compared to last year in South Korea

Published 2024년 7월 5일

Tridge summary

The Korea Agricultural Research Institute reports a decline in summer cabbage and radish production due to high temperatures, drought, and reduced cultivation areas, leading to higher wholesale prices. Conversely, onion production is expected to increase, resulting in lower prices, while garlic production is anticipated to decline due to poor weather and disease. The cultivation area for dried peppers in 2024 is expected to remain stable. As of June 30, the cultivation area is similar to the previous year but 12% less than the average year. July shipments of tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, melons, and watermelons are expected to increase, causing a decline in wholesale prices, though prices may fluctuate due to the rainy season. Melon supply in June surged by 49%, leading to a 29% price drop. Additionally, orange and kiwi imports in July are expected to rise due to favorable harvests in Australia and New Zealand.
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Original content

According to the results of a survey on the area intended for cultivation by the Korea Agricultural Research Institute, summer cabbage production is expected to be about 350,000 tons, down 4.3% and 6.3% from the previous year and the average year, respectively, and summer radish production is also expected to be 243,000 tons, down 3.1% and 3.8% from the previous year and the average year, respectively. am. Summer cabbage and summer radish each account for about 10% of annual cabbage and radish production. In the case of cabbage, the growth of the semi-highland first crop (shipped in June-July) planted in April-May was delayed due to high temperature and drought, but has partially recovered due to recent rain, and the number of units produced is expected to be better than the previous and average years. A decrease in production is expected as the area is expected to be about 4855ha, a decrease of 7.4% and 7.0% compared to the previous year and the average year, respectively. ...
Source: Agrinet

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